PT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines in Roanoke, VA is seeking a PT Outbound Freight Handler to load and unload freight and assist with freight handling tasks. You will prepare and inspect trailers, use safe lifting techniques, and operate equipment such as forklifts with appropriate safety measures. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED.

A background check and alcohol/drug test are required. Prior forklift/Dock or Warehouse experience and forklift certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Background check and drug/alcohol test required.
• Experience as Forklift Operator, Dock or Warehouse Worker, or Material Handler preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight from equipment.
• Prepare, sweep, inspect and clean trailers.
• Weigh and dimension shipments for proper classification.
• Plan cube utilization and weight distribution when loading.
• Check freight bills and manifests for instructions and discrepancies.
• Verify hazardous material descriptions and placarding when required.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

## PT Outbound Freight HandlerApply: Roanoke, VA: Part time: Posted Today: R2026-23150As 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