Freight Handler

**Job Title:** Freight Handler (2pm-10:30pm) **Department:** Omaha NE **Job Status:** Non-Exempt **Compensation:** **Direct Reports:** No **COMPANY OVERVIEW** CrossCountry 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 (2pm-10:30pm) **PAY:** $23.00/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. **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  #NEFH