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Forward Air

Cargo handler/Forklift Operator-Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
overtime pay
Training and Development

Job Description

Forward Air is a well-established and trusted logistics company that has been a leader in ground transportation and related logistics services since 1990. They specialize in serving the North American air freight and expedited Less Than Truckload (LTL) market by offering reliable and cost-effective surface shipping solutions on a "time-definite" basis. This means cargo is delivered at a specific agreed-upon time, providing an efficient alternative to air transportation for less time-sensitive shipments. With over 90 facilities located near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers, and more than 300 beyond points, Forward Air operates one of the most... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 or older
  • Must have flexibility to work weekends and overtime as needed
  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
  • Must be able to obtain forklift certification
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a team

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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