Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.05
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training and Development
Retirement Plan
employee discount
Job Description
Forward Air is a premier transportation and logistics company specializing in ground transportation and expedited less-than-truckload (LTL) services across North America. Since 1990, Forward Air has established itself as a leader in the air freight and expedited LTL market by providing reliable, cost-effective, and time-definite shipping solutions. Unlike traditional air transport that handles highly urgent shipments, Forward Air offers a valuable alternative that ensures timely cargo delivery under less time-sensitive conditions. With a network of over 90 facilities strategically located near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers, and an extensive range of beyond points accessed via its... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 or older
- excellent communication and problem solving skills
- strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
- must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
- forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
Job Qualifications
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills
- strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
- forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
- must be 18 or older
Job Duties
- Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft commercial trailers and the operation of scanners
- use handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight through our distribution network
- accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment
- safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks/pallets jack and forklifts
- must be able to obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery as required
- verify documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards are achieved
- 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
- maintain a clean and safe working environment
- other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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