Freight Handler

Job Title: Freight Handler Department: Houston TX Job Status: Non-Exempt Compensation: Direct Reports: No COMPANY OVERVIEW Cross. Country Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers.

CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us! SHIFT: Monday-Friday (1pm-9pm) PAY: $22.00/hr REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager DIRECT REPORTS: No LOCATION: Houston, TX JOB SUMMARY 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.

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 JOB SPECIFICATIONS Skills and Knowledge 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.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off 401 K Retirement Plan Biweekly Pay #KSFH