Freight Handler

YOUR ROLE

Do you have the eye of a bold eagle, the concentration of a hunting lioness, the social skills to work and communicate with a team? Well, you may be the Freight Handler we are looking for. Your mission will be to Lead lower level assigned Freight Handlers and perform manual loading and unloading of freight with the use of a pallet jack, hand truck or forklift, and perform general labor, and warehouse maintenance. Take full charge of the assigned receiving area. Know the proper location and receiving process for all accounts. Models and acts in accordance with our guiding principles and core values.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?
- Receive cargo from incoming trucks by removing from truck by hand, or using manual equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack, or by using forklift.
- Verify and note the count and condition of cargo received, knowing when to refuse or accept with notation.
- Record receipts to appropriate forms and/or log books.
- Verify that proper documentation is attached and resolve discrepancies.
- Ensure that freight is labeled accurately to destination.
- Sort cargo received by account or intended location and store in proper location.
- Know the special handling requirements and necessary documentation related to special cargo, including hazardous or sensitive materials.
- Perform all forklift requirements, including heavy and oversized pieces.
- Develop load plans for trucks and containers, and anticipate equipment needs for a shipment.
- Develop and maintain excellent service to internal and external customers at all times.
- Assume responsibility for at least one major account and be effectively cross-trained on all others to fill in as necessary.
- Assume light packing duties and assist in export boxing area when needed.
- Distribute work assignments, provide direction and train assigned team.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

**Minimum**:

- High school education or GED.
- Minimum 3 years related experience.
- Light to heavy lifting required.
- Ability to drive and/or operate heavy equipment.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Calgary, AB T2E 7X8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person