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Forklift Operator (10pm-6am)

JOB TITLE: Freight Handler
DEPARTMENT: Operations
JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt
SHIFT: Monday-Friday (10pm-6am)
PAY: $24.00/hr
REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager

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

  • 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.

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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Will you require employer sponsorship for a visa or work permit now or in the future?

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Why are you considering a change of employment? Or, why did you leave your last position?

How many months of (verifiable) forklift or powered industrial equipment experience do you have?

Are you currently certified to operate a forklift or powered industrial equipment?

Do you have SIX months or more of daily experience with operating a forklift or other industrial powered equipment?

Do you have SIX months or more of daily experience with operating an electric pallet jack?

Do you have SIX months or more of operating a manual pallet jack?

Do you have SIX months or more of experience operating a two-wheeled cart?

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