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Forward Air

Cargo Handler - Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $22.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Flexible Schedule
training provided
safe work environment
Opportunity for career growth
employee recognition
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

Forward Air is a distinguished leader in ground transportation and logistics services, prominently serving the North American air freight and expedited less-than-truckload (LTL) markets since its inception in 1990. The company specializes in delivering surface shipping solutions on an accelerated, "time-definite" basis, enabling cargo to arrive at specified times under less time-sensitive conditions compared to traditional air freight. Forward Air caters to a diverse clientele ranging from logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger and cargo airlines, to non-traditional shippers. This broad customer base benefits from Forward Air's extensive service offerings, which include linehaul services, full truckload operations,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • must be 18 years or older
  • flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
  • ability to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds
  • ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety pounds
  • must be able to obtain forklift operation certification

Job Qualifications

  • excellent communication and problem solving skills
  • strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
  • must be 18 years or older

Job Duties

  • responsible for loading and unloading 53 ft commercial trailers and operating scanners
  • use handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight through the distribution network
  • accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment
  • safely load and unload trailers using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts
  • obtain certification and safely operate forklift and machinery as required
  • verify documentation and condition of freight to ensure quality standards
  • frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds
  • occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety pounds
  • maintain a clean and safe working environment
  • perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

Job Location

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