PT Outbound Freight Handler

Southeastern Freight Lines; United States; On-site; USD 24,934 - 29,756; Part time

Job summary

Southeastern Freight Lines is seeking a PT Outbound Freight Handler in the United States. This role involves loading and unloading freight, as well as inspecting and preparing freight for transport.

The ideal applicant should possess a High School Diploma or GED, and have experience with freight handling equipment, including forklifts. Pay ranges from $18.10 to $21.60 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass background check and drug test.
• Prior experience as forklift operator or material handler.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using safe techniques.
• Use proper equipment for handling freight.
• Document condition of freight and address discrepancies.

Skills

Safe lifting techniques

Forklift operation

Freight handling equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

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. You will prepare, sweep, inspect, and clean trailer(s) before loading freight.

Responsibilities

• Use safe lifting techniques to properly load and unload freight.
• Select and use proper freight handling equipment, including forklifts with appropriate hardware, hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment.
• Weigh and dimension shipments to ensure proper classification 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, verifying labels and destination codes against freight bills.
• Verify hazardous material product description and placarding, addressing any discrepancies.
• Properly block and brace freight to prevent shifting during transport.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to satisfactorily pass a background check and an alcohol and drug test.
• Prior experience as a forklift operator, dock or warehouse worker, or material handler.
• Previously held a forklift certification.

Pay: $18.10–$21.60 per hour

Job Type: Part-Time

Shift: Second Shift

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.