Cargo Handler

Position: Cargo Handler/ Office Admin

Schedule: Monday 12pm-8pm and Tuesday- Friday 1pm-8pm, onsite

Compensation: $20.31 per hour, bi-weekly pay, benefits package

Job Description:

Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our fast-paced shipping/dock operation. Our Cargo Handlers are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a safe and timely manner. Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight is required. All necessary training and materials for this position are provided. This position requires office administration and customer service knowledge.

Core Responsibilities & 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 Requirements & Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and problem solving skills

• Ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic

• 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 required

• Computer skills, including MS Office/Excel, AS400 functions: air-bills, manifest, customer, customer service, reports, etc.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Experience with AS400 operating systems is a plus

• Must be 18 or older

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.