Freight Handler Part-Time

Pay

Hourly rate: $21.16 – $24.75.

Schedule

Shift times: 05:00‑08:00 and 16:30‑20:00.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading and unloading.
• Perform freight handling using motorized and manual equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (type, weight, hazardous materials) using electronic or manual systems.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, rope, and other appropriate tools.
• Recoup or repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and related documentation as needed.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• At least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling, and/or forklift operation (preferred).
• Experience with hostler/yard mule duties (preferred).
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights, lift dock plates (~100 lb), and open trailer doors (~75 lb) multiple times per day.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, and push/pull freight throughout the shift.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Previous dock/warehouse experience (preferred).

Working Conditions

• Dock environment with exposure to varied weather, exhaust, fumes, dust, and noise.
• Hours may vary due to operational needs.
• Frequent contact with service center personnel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented setting.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Personal/sick paid time.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Bonus potential.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Employee discounts.
• Vacation (full‑time only).
• Paid holidays (full‑time only).