Freight Handler Yard Driver

**Job Title:** Freight Handler/Yard Driver (3pm-11pm) **Department:** Eagan MN **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! **JOB TITLE:** Freight Handler **DEPARTMENT:** Operations **JOB STATUS:** Non-Exempt **SHIFT:** Monday-Friday (3pm-11pm) **PAY:** $27.00/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 • This position is a 50/50 split between the warehouse and yard • Drives a straight truck or tractor-trailer combination in a safe and legal manner. • Hook and unhook various commercial combinations, to manually lower and raise landing gear, operates fifth wheel release levers, lock and release pintle-hooks, attach and release safety chains, open and close cargo doors, climb into and out of vehicles, and fuels and check oil/coolant levels of vehicles. • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections. • Maintain driving records required to comply with State and Federal regulations. • Determine optimal method for loading freight to minimize damage and maximize trailer capacity; secure cargo within the vehicle to avoid damage. • Clean and maintain the interior and exterior of vehicles according to Company vehicle 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 • Valid Drivers license 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. • Must be able to enter and exit cab of a commercial vehicle. Cab floor level is generally 36 to 66 inches above ground level with entry and exit achieved with the assistance of various steps and handholds; also requires frequent bending, twisting, climbing, squatting, crouching and balancing.