Night Shift Freight Handler | Forklift & Dock Expert

Jobtome; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome in Edwardsville, IL is seeking a Freight Handler to transport freight within dock areas, operate forklift and pallet jacks, and ensure accurate documentation and securement of loads. Starting pay is $26.41 per hour with night shifts (1800-0200, 2100-0500, 0000-0800).

You will assist customers, perform hostling duties if needed, and adhere to safety regulations. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old, and warehouse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift operations preferred
• If hostler/yard mule duties required, experience preferred
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
• Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.
• Perform freight handling using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Verify documentation matches freight description and weight.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, or rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with all laws/regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Dock equipment handling

Job description

Jobtome in Edwardsville, IL is seeking a Freight Handler to transport freight within dock areas, operate forklift and pallet jacks, and ensure accurate documentation and securement of loads. Starting pay is $26.41 per hour with night shifts (1800-0200, 2100-0500, 0000-0800).

You will assist customers, perform hostling duties if needed, and adhere to safety regulations. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old, and warehouse experience is preferred.