PT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is seeking a part-time PT Outbound Freight Handler in Durham, NC. The role involves loading/unloading freight, preparing trailers, and using equipment such as forklifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with background checks and drug testing.

Prior forklift or warehouse experience is preferred. The position offers second shift work with pay ranging from $18.70 to $22.20 per hour, depending on location and experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Background check and an alcohol/drug test are required.
• Preference for prior experience as a forklift operator, dock or warehouse worker, or material handler.
• Forklift certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight from equipment using safe lifting techniques.
• Weigh and dimension shipments to ensure proper classification and safe handling.
• Plan cube utilization and weight distribution when loading freight.
• Block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.
• Review freight bills and manifests for special instructions and discrepancies.
• Verify hazardous material descriptions and placarding when applicable.

Skills

Forklift Operator experience

Dock work

Warehouse work

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As 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 you have a High School Diploma or GED. We must a the background check and an alcohol and drug test. We would prefer 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: $18.70-$22.20 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)

Work Shift

Second Shift

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