Freight Handler (Overnight)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

EAP

401k with match

Job summary

CrossCountry Freight Solutions in Watertown, SD is seeking an Overnight Freight Handler to operate forklifts and pallet jacks, loading and unloading freight with a set schedule. The role requires certification to operate safety sensitive equipment and offers a consistent 1:00 am start time, Tuesday through Saturday, with competitive hourly pay.

Responsibilities include using handheld scanners to track freight, identifying and staging inbound shipments, and ensuring freight quality.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Forklift

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 (Overnight)

Department

Watertown SD

Job Status

Non-Exempt

Compensation

Direct Reports

No

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!

SHIFT

Tuesday-Saturday (1:00a start time)

PAY

$22

REPORTS TO

Terminal Manager

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.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental, and Life Insurances available
• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid community volunteer time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401k retirement plan with match