Freight Helper **Temporary**

Job Description

Job Description

****Temporary through December 31, 2026*****

Loads, unloads, and assists with pickup and delivery of freight in support of GSFC logistics support contract.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Loads/unloads packages onto trucks, forklifts, and other equipment in a manner that protects the material from damage.

* Assists driver in pickup and delivery of packages, equipment, and furniture.

* Will provide pick up/delivery and all material handling for shred documents.

* Ensures appropriate paperwork is completed and returned to the dispatcher.

* May be required to operate a government provided vehicle in support of GLSC. 

* Operates forklifts and electric powered pallet jacks.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications

* Two years’ experience with freight handling.
* Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
* Must possess a current driver’s license.
* Must possess a current forklift operator’s license or be able to obtain within 30 days of employment.
* Must possess basic computer literacy skills to include the use of the internet and Microsoft office programs (Outlook and Word).
* Sensitive equipment training and certification may be required for handling and moving Program Critical Hardware (PCH).

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

* Possess a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to include any of the following:

*Class A
*Class B
*Hazmat Endorsement
*Passenger Endorsement

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

* Ability to operate material handling equipment
* Ability to pass a NASA GSFC forklift physical
* Capable of lifting packages weighing up to 70 pounds
* Ability to stoop, bend, push and pull
* The work of this position is performed in an indoor and outdoor environment
* Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform their duties and responsibilities

Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements

* Must be a U.S. Citizen
* Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
* Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions
* Must be able to successfully complete a background screening
* Must possess or be able to obtain a public trust clearance prior to employment and maintain public trust clearance for the duration of employment

The list above is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Other Job Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

TRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rate of Pay/Benefits

Internal Hire Hourly Rate: $33.86
External Hire Hourly Rate: $25.40

*CBA states new hires hourly rate will be calculated at 75% for the 12 months of employment.

Benefits Information

Our company offers a generous benefits package including 2 weeks’ vacation (accrued), 72 hours of sick leave (accrued), 3 personal leave days, and 11 paid holidays. This position is eligible for the Teamster’s Health & Welfare Trust which provides health, vision, and dental care as well as pension contributions to the Teamster’s Pension Trust. Other optional benefits include Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Insurance, Legal Insurance, and retirement plans through a 401(k) and Roth IRA.

Company Description

TRAX provides a unique approach to program management and energy solutions with a vast array of professional, technical services. Our successful track record proves that we understand what it takes to build and maintain trusted partnerships with our clients.

Government Services

Our solid management plan keeps the focus on our customers’ dynamic needs. We specialize in providing innovative, state-of-the-art solutions for our Government clientele. Our services include every professional, technical, logistical and support skillset requirement. Our personnel are highly trained to meet quality, safety, and program compliance accordingly. Follow this link to learn more.

Energy Solutions

Recognized as a pioneer of PC-based power plant simulation, we’ve proudly delivered over 150 full scope simulators since our inception in 1987. Whether you are designating a new plant, retrofitting an existing unit, or concerned about grid integrity, our experience, diversity, and constant attention to excellence provides you with the highest quality products on the market today. Follow this link to learn more.

Why TRAX?

Customer Focused, Performance Driven

TRAX is focused on high performance and high quality services in a safe environment. Our continuous improvement process is metrics-driven, outcome-based and consistently yields cost efficiencies and improved performance.

Cost-Effective

Our approach to project management recognizes the importance of being cost-effective while providing innovative solutions to servicing our complex programs. We‘re doing it now, and will continue doing so in the future.

Competent & Capable

Our risk management approach identifies and mitigates potential barriers up front, for successful project completion. We understand what it takes to successfully manage large, dynamic government contracts. At TRAX, we possess the incredible capability of taking what our customers do, and making it better.

Mission-Ready

Our workforce of skilled and highly motivated managers, engineers, scientists, logisticians, analysts, technicians and support personnel are committed to mission success as our customers’ trusted partner. We remain flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers, and current in government policies and evolving technology.

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Company Description

TRAX provides a unique approach to program management and energy solutions with a vast array of professional, technical services. Our successful track record proves that we understand what it takes to build and maintain trusted partnerships with our clients. \r\n\r\nGovernment Services\r\n\r\nOur solid management plan keeps the focus on our customers’ dynamic needs. We specialize in providing innovative, state-of-the-art solutions for our Government clientele. Our services include every professional, technical, logistical and support skillset requirement. Our personnel are highly trained to meet quality, safety, and program compliance accordingly. Follow this link to learn more.\r\n\r\nEnergy Solutions\r\n\r\nRecognized as a pioneer of PC-based power plant simulation, we’ve proudly delivered over 150 full scope simulators since our inception in 1987. Whether you are designating a new plant, retrofitting an existing unit, or concerned about grid integrity, our experience, diversity, and constant attention to excellence provides you with the highest quality products on the market today. Follow this link to learn more.\r\n\r\nWhy TRAX?\r\n\r\nCustomer Focused, Performance Driven\r\n\r\nTRAX is focused on high performance and high quality services in a safe environment. Our continuous improvement process is metrics-driven, outcome-based and consistently yields cost efficiencies and improved performance.\r\n\r\nCost-Effective\r\n\r\nOur approach to project management recognizes the importance of being cost-effective while providing innovative solutions to servicing our complex programs. We‘re doing it now, and will continue doing so in the future.\r\n\r\nCompetent & Capable\r\n\r\nOur risk management approach identifies and mitigates potential barriers up front, for successful project completion. We understand what it takes to successfully manage large, dynamic government contracts. At TRAX, we possess the incredible capability of taking what our customers do, and making it better.\r\n\r\nMission-Ready\r\n\r\nOur workforce of skilled and highly motivated managers, engineers, scientists, logisticians, analysts, technicians and support personnel are committed to mission success as our customers’ trusted partner. We remain flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers, and current in government policies and evolving technology.\r\n\r\nPlease apply directly: