Cargo Handler/Forklift Operator - Full Time- Multiple Schedules

Position: Cargo Handler/Forklift Operator

Pay Rate: Starting at $22.00 per hour

Schedules Available:

Thursday 0900 to finish

Friday 0900 tofinish

Saturday 0800 to 1900

Sunday 0700 to finish

Sunday 0700 to finish

Monday 1100 to finish

Tuesday 0900 to finish

Wednesday 0900 to finish

Monday 1100 to finish

Tuesday 0900 to finish

Wednesday 0900 to finish

Saturday night 1900 to 0700

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.

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

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 a plus

Must be 18 or older

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Forward Air is a leading asset-light provider of transportation services across the United States, Canada, and Latin America. We provide expedited less-than-truckload services, including local pick-up and delivery, shipment consolidation/deconsolidation, warehousing, and customs brokerage by utilizing a comprehensive national network of terminals. In addition, we offer truckload brokerage services, including dedicated fleet services, and intermodal, first and last-mile, high-value drayage services, both to and from seaports and railheads, dedicated contract and Container Freight Station warehouse and handling services. Forward also operates a full portfolio of multimodal solutions, both domestically and internationally, via Omni Logistics. Omni Logistics is a global provider of air, ocean, and ground services for mission-critical freight. We are more than a transportation company. Forward is a single resource for your shipping needs

We move freight, but we're powered by people. Whether you're in the warehouse, on the road, or behind the screen, every teammate keeps our global business in motion and brings logistics to life.