PT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is seeking a PT Outbound Freight Handler in Houston, TX. You will load and unload freight, assist in recouping damaged freight, and prepare trailers for loading using safe lifting techniques and equipment. Attention to safety and accuracy is essential.

Preferred candidates may have forklift experience and a forklift certification, with prior dock/warehouse or material handling work. Background checks and drug tests are required for employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Background check and alcohol/drug test required.
• Experience as forklift operator, dock/warehouse worker, or material handler preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight onto and off equipment.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect and clean trailers.
• Weigh and dimension shipments for classification and handling.
• Review freight bills and manifests for instructions and exceptions.
• Block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.

Skills

Safe lifting techniques

Freight handling

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Pallet jack

Job description

## PT Outbound Freight HandlerApplylocations: Houston, TXtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R2026-22866As 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 Shifthttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZc1A8aeshc### Similar Jobs (1)#### PT Outbound Freight Handlerlocations: Houston, TXtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago**Working with Southeastern Freight Lines is more than just a job — it becomes a part of who you are.**Family founded in Columbia, South Carolina in 1950, Southeastern Freight Lines is a privately held, industry leading provider of LTL (Less Than Truckload) services throughout the Southeast. Our expertise of combining quality service and award-winning logistics has led to the growth of Southeastern generating over 1.7 billion in annual revenue, with over 10 million shipments per year. This would not be possible without our esteemed team of over 8,800 professionals — the true backbone of our company.At Southeastern, we are doing much more than providing shipping services. We are pioneering a new generation of logistics professionals, cherishing wisdom from the generation that brought us success, giving back to our communities, and living our culture. We prioritize serving others first, valuing each other completely, and always doing the right thing.Southeastern Freight Lines provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy, genetics, protected veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.