Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $16.00 - $19.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training and Development
Career advancement opportunities
Safe working environment
Job Description
Forward Air is a respected leader in the ground transportation and logistics industry, specializing in providing time-definite surface shipping solutions across North America. Founded in 1990, Forward Air has built a strong reputation for delivering cost-effective, reliable alternatives to air transportation by focusing on expedited less-than-truckload (LTL) services and a variety of supplementary logistics solutions. The company operates a comprehensive network consisting of over 90 strategic locations near major airports in the U.S. and Canada, 12 regional sort centers, and an extensive coverage of more than 300 secondary points through their Complete Cartage service. This well-established infrastructure allows Forward Air... Show More
Job Requirements
- must be 18 or older
- must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
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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