PT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 24,934 - 29,756; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines in Austell, GA is looking for a PT Outbound Freight Handler to load and unload freight, ensuring safe handling and compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include inspecting trailers, verifying freight bills, and making sure hazardous materials are properly documented.

The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, along with experience in freight handling and preferably hold a Forklift Certification. Pay ranges from $18.10 to $21.60 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.
• Prior experience as a Forklift Operator, Dock or Warehouse Worker preferred.
• Forklift Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight onto and off of equipment.
• Inspect and clean trailers before loading freight.
• Verify hazardous material descriptions and placarding.

Skills

Forklift operation

Freight handling

Safe lifting techniques

Inspection skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

## PT Outbound Freight HandlerApplylocations: Austell, GAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2026-22526As a PT 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: $18.10-$21.60 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)**Work Shift**Second Shift