Freight Handler

**Job Title:** Freight Handler (Overnight) **Department:** Watertown SD **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:** Tuesday-Saturday (1:00a start time) **PAY:** $22 **REPORTS TO:** Terminal 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 **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 #