Roadrunner

Freight Handler

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $17.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

PTO
Paid holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k
Roadrunner Champion program

Job Description

Roadrunner Freight is a dynamic and rapidly growing company specializing in Less-than-Truckload (LTL) freight transportation. As a Top 100 Trucking company recognized by Inbound Logistics and a Top Tier Service Carrier according to Mastio, Roadrunner Freight is a leader in the freight and logistics industry. The company is committed to continuous improvement, innovative technology, and providing efficient direct routing for shipments, which positions it uniquely in the marketplace. With over 40 terminals nationwide and more than $400 million in revenue, Roadrunner’s Smart Long Haul network provides shippers with reliable, fast, and cost-effective freight solutions. The organization emphasizes a culture of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • one to three months related experience and or training
  • ability to read and follow written and verbal communication
  • ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units or measure
  • forklift driver qualification
  • hazardous material training
  • ability to display good judgment in problem solving
  • ability to prioritize tasks
  • capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • forklift driver qualification
  • hazardous material training
  • ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
  • ability to write routine correspondence
  • effective internal communication skills with operations and dock supervisor
  • ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • ability to display good judgment in solving problems and dealing with various personalities
  • ability to prioritize tasks
  • ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Job Duties

  • Reads work order or follows oral instructions to determine materials or containers to be moved
  • loads and unloads freight and counts onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves
  • loads freight into vehicles and installs blocking, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit
  • transports freight from storage dock area or trailers to designated area
  • secures lifting attachments to freight and conveys load to move load to destination
  • attaches identifying tags or labels to freight or marks information on cases, bales, pallets, and other shipping packages
  • stacks or assembles freight into bundles and bands bundles together on pallets
  • cleans work area, machines and equipment to assist machine operators
  • operates industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving material and products
  • participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location