PT Outbound Freight Handler

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

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is seeking a PT Outbound Freight Handler to load and unload freight, prepare trailers, and ensure safe handling and accurate documentation.

You will weigh and dimension shipments, verify hazardous material paperwork when applicable, and use forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other equipment to move cargo. A high school diploma or GED is preferred; background checks and drug tests are required. Pay ranges from $18.70 to $22.20 per hour; second shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts is preferred.
• Background check and drug/alcohol test will be required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using forklifts and hand trucks.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect, and clean trailers before loading.
• Weigh and dimension shipments for correct classification and handling.
• Review freight bills and manifests for special instructions and exceptions.
• Verify hazardous material information and placarding when required.
• Follow safety guidelines and proper lifting techniques.

Skills

Forklift operation experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift Certification

Tools

Forklift operation

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: $18.70-$22.20 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience)

Work Shift

Second Shift

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