Freight Handler

Freight Handler (11am-8pm) page is loaded## Freight Handler (11am-8pm)locations: Des Moines IAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR100079**Job Title:**Freight Handler (11am-8pm)**Department:**Des Moines IA**Job Status:**Non-Exempt**Compensation:****Direct Reports:**No**COMPANY OVERVIEW**CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!**JOB TITLE:** Freight Handler**DEPARTMENT:**Operations **JOB STATUS:**Non-Exempt **SHIFT:** Monday-Friday (11am-8pm) **PAY:**$21.50/hr **REPORTS TO:** Service Center Manager**JOB SUMMARY** **ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES*** Safely load and unload trailers utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, and/or hand cart* Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and document freight through our network* Accurately identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight* Verify the condition of freight to assure quality standards* Other duties as assigned**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*** At least 18 years of age* Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds* Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds* At least six (6) months of verifiable forklift experience* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills**PHYSICAL DEMANDS*** Must be able to perform frequent squatting and crouching to handle freight* Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.* Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.* Must be able to help load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 45,000 pounds with mechanical aid.* Must be able to open and close cargo doors and to climb into and out of vehicles.**BENEFITS:**• Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental, and Life Insurances available.• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid community volunteer time• 401k retirement plan### Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match!### BenefitsAll regular full-time employees are eligible for CrossCountry's benefit package after 30 days of employment.Our employee benefit package includes:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance401(k) Plan\*Uniform Incentive\*Paid Holidays (after 30 days of service as a full-time employee)Paid Personal Time-Off\* Regular part-time employees are eligible for these benefits as well. #J-18808-Ljbffr