PT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 24,934 - 29,756; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a part-time Outbound Freight Handler. You will be responsible for loading and unloading freight, ensuring safe handling practices, and maintaining equipment cleanliness.

Preferred candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, experience in a similar role, and are capable of passing background and drug tests. Pay ranges from $18.10 to $21.60 per hour for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to pass background check and drug test.
• Prior experience as a Forklift Operator, Dock or Warehouse Worker, or Material Handler preferred.
• Forklift Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight onto and off equipment.
• Assist in recouping damaged freight.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect, and clean trailers before loading.
• Use proper freight handling equipment.
• Weigh and dimension shipments for proper classification.
• Count and inspect the condition of freight.

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 clean 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 you have prior experience as a Forklift Operator, Dock or Warehouse Worker, or Material Handler. We would also prefer you have previously held a Forklift Certification. Pay: $18.10-$21.60 per hour. Job type: Part‑time.

Work Shift

Second Shift