Forklift Operator (2pm-10:30pm)

Job Description

Job Description

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 (2pm-10:30pm)
PAY: $23.00/hr
REPORTS TO: Operations Supervisor

DIRECT REPORTS: No

JOB SUMMARY
Are you seeking a warehouse position that provides a set schedule, benefits, and competitive pay? Look no further! CrossCountry is hiring Freight Handlers in your area. This is a safety sensitive position that is responsible for loading and unloading freight from trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, and/or handcart. Our Freight Handlers are properly trained and certified to operate safety sensitive equipment efficiently.

• 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

• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment

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, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Biweekly Paycles.