Freight Handler Part-Time

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment including but not limited to: forklift pallet jack and hand truck.

• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type weight hazardous materials) using current electronic or manual system.

• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets straps rope).

• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.

• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.

• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed.

• Perform hostling duties if required.

• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations as well as company policies/procedures.

• Perform other duties as required.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Prior experience in warehousing freight handling and/or fork lift operations preferred.

• If hostler/yard mule duties required experience preferred.

• Ability to count and perform basic math with or without a calculator.

• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force up to several times per day or more.

• Ability to bend twist squat pushing/pulling freight throughout shift.

• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.

• Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions exhaust fumes dust noise.

• Hours may vary due to operational need.

• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced deadline oriented.