Forklift Operator (Midnight-8am)

About the job

Job Title:
Forklift Operator (Midnight-8am)
Department:
Eagan MN
Job Status:
Non-Exempt
Compensation:

Direct Reports:
No

COMPANY OVERVIEW
CrossCountry Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Western and Central United States. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

SHIFT: Monday-Friday (Midnight-8am)
PAY: $26.00/hr
REPORTS TO: Operations Supervisor
DIRECT REPORTS: No
LOCATION: Eagan, MN

JOB SUMMARY
Are you seeking a warehouse position that provides a set schedule, benefits, and competitive pay? Look no further! CrossCountry is hiring Freight Handlers in your area. This is a safety sensitive position that is responsible for loading and unloading freight from trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, and/or handcart. Our Freight Handlers are properly trained and certified to operate safety sensitive equipment efficiently.

• ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
• Safely load and unload trailers utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, and/or hand cart

• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and document freight through our network

• Accurately identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight

• Verify the condition of freight to assure quality standards

• Other duties as assigned

• JOB SPECIFICATIONS
• Skills & Knowledge
• At least 18 years of age

• 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

• At least six (6) months of verifiable forklift experience

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment

• Physical Demands
• Must be able to perform frequent squatting and crouching to handle freight

• Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.

• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.

• Must be able to help load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 45,000 pounds with mechanical aid.

• Must be able to open and close cargo doors and to climb into and out of vehicles.

• BENEFITS
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Biweekly Pay

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