FT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,103,000 - 98,857,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is hiring a Full-time FT Outbound Freight Handler in Birmingham, AL. You will load and unload freight, inspect trailers, and use proper lifting techniques. The role requires potential forklift experience and a prior forklift certification is preferred.

A background check and drug test are mandatory. Pay ranges from 29.70 to 34.50 per hour, with shift defined as Second Shift. This position is part of a family-founded company with a long history in LTL logistics across

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Background check and alcohol/drug test required.
• Prior forklift, dock or warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight onto and off equipment.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect and clean trailers before loading.
• Weigh and dimension shipments for proper classification.
• Review freight bills and manifests for instructions and exceptions.
• Block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.
• Verify hazardous material paperwork and placarding when needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

## FT Outbound Freight HandlerApplylocations: Birmingham, ALtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2026-22749As 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 Shifthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZc1A8aeshc**Working with Southeastern Freight Lines is more than just a job — it becomes a part of who you are.**Family founded in Columbia, South Carolina in 1950, Southeastern Freight Lines is a privately held, industry leading provider of LTL (Less Than Truckload) services throughout the Southeast. Our expertise of combining quality service and award-winning logistics has led to the growth of Southeastern generating over 1.7 billion in annual revenue, with over 10 million shipments per year. This would not be possible without our esteemed team of over 8,800 professionals — the true backbone of our company.At Southeastern, we are doing much more than providing shipping services. We are pioneering a new generation of logistics professionals, cherishing wisdom from the generation that brought us success, giving back to our communities, and living our culture. We prioritize serving others first, valuing each other completely, and always doing the right thing.Southeastern Freight Lines provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.