Freight Handler

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Responsible for transporting freight across dock area to / from trailers for loading, ensuring safety of freight being moved, and maintain freight records. As a Freight Handler, flexibility regarding shifts will be required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment including but not limited to forklift, electric pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g., type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system.
• Following all safety and loading protocols / policies / procedures utilizing appropriate tools and resources (e.g., straps, boards) plan and organize the loading sequence of freight and secure freight
• Recoup / repair damaged freight when necessary
• Understand and follow all safety policies and procedures to eliminate risk (e.g., chemical spills, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
• Complete assigned tasks by following all policies and procedures (e.g., yard check)
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed
• Perform general housekeeping indoors and outdoors (e.g., maintaining cleanliness of facility, trailers)
• Assist with mentoring of new hires (e.g., freight handlers)
• Comply with all applicable laws / regulations, as well as company policies / procedures
• Perform other duties as required

DISCLAIMER

This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

WORKING CONDITIONS

Preferred Qualifications : 1200H - 2030H

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