PT Outbound Freight Handler

sefl; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

sefl is seeking a PT Outbound Freight Handler in Houston, TX to load and unload freight using forklifts and other equipment. You'll inspect trailers, verify weights, plan cube utilization, and ensure safe handling of freight including hazardous materials where applicable.

Responsibilities include reviewing freight bills, checking manifests, and ensuring proper labeling and documentation. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, pass background and drug tests, and prefer forklift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Background check and drug/alcohol testing required.
• Prior forklift/dock or warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight from trailers using forklifts and other equipment.
• Inspect and prepare trailers; sweep and clean before loading.
• Weigh and cube shipments, verify classifications and hazardous material paperwork.
• Review freight bills, manifests, and instructions; ensure accurate labeling and routing.

Skills

Forklift operation

Dock/warehouse experience

Material handling

Equipment safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

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, 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 ShiftSecond Shifthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZc1A8aeshc

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