Flatbed Specialist

About the role

The Flatbed Specialist is responsible for freight transport using assigned vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, also the loading and unloading flatbeds through physical work and use of equipment. Position is not supervisory in nature.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for loading and unloading of all inbound and outbound freight to and from the proper destination to include securement.
• Efficient and safe pick-up and delivery of local freight using flatbed truck.
• Attach tags or mark freight with appropriate identifying information.
• Checks specifications of materials loaded or unloaded against information contained in work order.
• Completes and processes required paperwork related to customer shipments in a courteous, accurate and timely manner.
• Greets and assists customers in a polite and professional manner.
• Consistently follows all safety procedures and attends safety meetings, as required.
• Performs minor vehicle/equipment inspection, maintenance, and cleaning.
• Performs general warehouse and customer service duties.
• Affords assistance to coworkers and departments, as requested.
• Area cleanup.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• Must have Class A CDL with good driving record
• Pass pre-employment requirements
• Hazardous Materials Certification
• Forklift Certification
• Air Brake Adjustment Certification

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months’ experience preferred
• Ability to work overtime or weekends, as required

Skills

• Basic understanding of transportation or freight
• Ability to adapt easily to frequent changes in the workplace
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to complete all required basic and re-current training
• Ability to read and understand regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to operate all equipment within the department

Extra Credit

• Ability to work overtime or weekends, as required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move up to 200 pounds utilizing proper moving equipment.
• Ability to independently move up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to user proper lifting techniques when needed.
• Ability to do repetitive motions.
• Must be able to sit in a vehicle for long stretches of time.
• Frequent use hands and fingers to feel objects and/or handle tools.
• Frequent standing; walking; sitting; reaching with hands and arms; climbing and balancing on ladders and stairs; stooping, kneeling and crouching.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment where exposure to the elements and exhaust fumes are likely.
• Safety footwear is required.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in the warehouse, outside, in company vehicle and off-site
• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions (cold and heat), wet surfaces and icy conditions
• May be exposed to high noise levels, dirt, dust, fumes, etc.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials
• May be working around stationary and moving vehicles and equipment
• Operate on or around industrial equipment
• Use of personal protective equipment may be required