Freight Handler

Responsibilities 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 clean 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. Qualifications Preferred: High School Diploma or GED. Must have the 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 is preferred. Previous forklift certification is also preferred. Pay $18.10-$21.60 Per Hour (pay may vary based on location and experience). Shift Second Shift (more details: Company Overview Working with Southeast Freight Lines is more than just a job — it becomes a part of who you are. The company, founded in Columbia, South Carolina in 1950, is a privately held, industry leading provider of LTL (Less Than Truckload) services throughout the Southeast. Its expertise in combining quality service and award‑winning logistics has led to the growth of Southeast generating over 1.7 billion in annual revenue, with over 10 million shipments per year. This would not be possible without its esteemed team of over 8,800 professionals — the true backbone of the company. Southeast Freight Lines is pioneering a new generation of logistics professionals, cherishing wisdom from the generation that brought it success, giving back to communities, and living its culture. The company prioritizes serving others first, values each other completely, and always does the right thing. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Southeast 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr