Freight Handler (Midnight-8am)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 19,286 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions is seeking a Freight Handler in the Operations department. This safety-sensitive role involves loading and unloading freight from trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, and/or handcart, with proper training and certification to operate equipment.

The position offers a set Monday-Friday shift (12am-8am) with a pay rate of $24 per hour, under non-exempt status, reporting to the Operations Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of verifiable forklift experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 90 pounds occasionally.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand carts.
• Use handheld scanners to track and document freight.
• Identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight; verify freight condition.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

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

Department

Operations

Job Status

Non-Exempt

Shift

Monday-Friday, (12am-8am)

Pay

$24/hr

Reports To

Operations Supervisor

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

Minimum Requirements

• 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

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.