FT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is seeking a FT Outbound Freight Handler in Birmingham, AL. You will load and unload freight, inspect trailers, and ensure safe handling and correct paperwork. The role emphasizes proper equipment use, weight distribution, and safety protocols during loading operations.

Typical requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to pass a background/or drug test. Prior forklift/dock experience and forklift certification are preferred; second shift is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Must pass background check and alcohol/drug test.
• Experience as forklift operator, dock or warehouse worker, or material handler preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight from equipment.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect and clean trailers.
• Use safe lifting techniques to load and unload.
• Select and use appropriate handling equipment.
• Weigh and dimension shipments; ensure proper classification.
• Plan cube utilization and weight distribution.
• Check freight bills and manifests for exceptions.
• Verify hazardous material descriptions and placarding.
• Block and brace freight to prevent shifting.

Skills

Forklift operation

Dock work

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Pallet jack

Hand trucks

Job description

As a FT Outbound Freight Handler, you will load and unload freight onto and off of equipment, as well as assist in the recouping of damaged freight.

Prepare, sweep, inspect and cleans trailer(s) before loading freight. Use safe lifting techniques to properly load and unload freight. Select and use proper freight handling equipment to load and unload freight. Such equipment may include forklifts with appropriate hardware, hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment to move, load, arrange, rearrange, and unload freight. Weigh and dimension shipments to ensure proper classification, freight rating, and safe handling. Plan cube utilization and proper weight distribution when loading freight. Count and inspect the condition of freight, documenting any shortages or damage. Review freight bills for special instructions. Check manifests for existing exceptions and check the label and the destination code on manifests against freight bills. Check for special instructions, weight distributions on headloads, and check headloads against the freight bills when loading freight. Verify the hazardous material product description, determine any discrepancies in the paperwork, and verify proper placarding when loading hazardous material. Properly block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.

For this role, we prefer you have a High School Diploma or GED. You must have the ability to satisfactorily pass a background check and an alcohol and drug test. We would prefer for you to have prior experience as a Forklift Operator, Dock or Warehouse Worker, or Material Handler. We would also prefer you to have previously held a Forklift Certification. Pay: $29.70-$34.50 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)

Work Shift

Second Shift

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