Freight Handler

Job Title:

Freight Handler

Department:
Dallas TX

Job Status:
Non-Exempt

Direct Reports:
No

Are you seeking a warehouse position that provides a set schedule, benefits, and competitive pay? Look no further! Cross Country 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

• 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

• 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

All regular full-time employees are eligible for Cross Country's benefit package after 30 days of employment.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(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