SHIFT: Monday-Friday, 2pm-11pm
PAY: $24/hour
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.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
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Safely load and unload trailers utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, and/or hand cart
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Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and document freight through our network
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Accurately identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight
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Verify the condition of freight to assure quality standards
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Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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At least 18 years of age
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Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
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Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
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At least six (6) months of verifiable forklift experience
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Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
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This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Must be able to perform frequent squatting and crouching to handle freight
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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.
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Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
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Must be able to help load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 45,000 pounds with mechanical aid.
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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
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401k retirement plan with match
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