Freight Handler (Midnight-8am)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Plan

Paid Holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Wellness Time Off

Biweekly Pay

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions in Eagan, MN is seeking a Freight Handler (Midnight-8am) to load and unload freight from trailers using forklifts and pallet equipment. This safety-sensitive role requires operating equipment efficiently and safely, with certification as needed.

The position offers a set schedule (Mon-Fri, Midnight-8am), comprehensive benefits, and biweekly pay. Candidates must meet the physical demands and complete a pre-employment skills assessment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 90 pounds.
• At least six months of verifiable forklift experience.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, and/or hand cart.
• Use handheld scanners to track and document freight through the network.
• Identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight.
• Verify the condition of freight to ensure quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Pre-employment assessment

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Handcart

Job description

Company Overview

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

Job Title

Freight Handler (Midnight-8am)

Department

Eagan MN

Job Status

Non-Exempt

Work Hours & Schedule

Monday-Friday (Midnight-8am)

Reports To

Operations Supervisor

Direct Reports

No

Location

Eagan, MN

Compensation

$24.00/hr

Job Summary

Are you seeking a warehouse position that provides a set schedule, benefits, and competitive pay? Look no further! CrossCountry is hiring Freight Handlers in your area. This is a safety sensitive position that is responsible for loading and unloading freight from trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, and/or handcart. Our Freight Handlers are properly trained and certified to operate safety sensitive equipment efficiently.

Essential Job Duties

• Safely load and unload trailers utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, and/or hand cart
• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and document freight through our network
• Accurately identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight
• Verify the condition of freight to assure quality standards
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Knowledge

• At least 18 years of age
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
• At least six (6) months of verifiable forklift experience
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment

Physical Demands

• Must be able to perform frequent squatting and crouching to handle freight
• Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.
• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to help load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 45,000 pounds with mechanical aid.
• Must be able to open and close cargo doors and to climb into and out of vehicles.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Biweekly Pay