Freight Handler (Midnight-8am)

CrossCountry Freight Solutions•Eagan, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is seeking Freight Handlers for their Eagan, MN location. This is a safety-sensitive position responsible for loading and unloading freight from trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, and/or handcart. Candidates will be properly trained and certified to operate safety-sensitive equipment efficiently. The role offers a set schedule, benefits, and competitive pay.

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

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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