CDL Driver (Class A or B) / Warehouse Cargo Handler at DGF USA in Jamaica, New York

Job Description:

Job Title:  CDL (A or B) Driver / Warehouse Cargo Handler
Job Location: JFK International Airport, Jamaica, NY

We have an exciting opportunity for a CDL Driver / Warehouse Cargo Handler who will be responsible for warehouse operational activities while providing the highest possible service to the market customer base. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Transports shipments and materials to and from receiving area, staging area, or other area as designated


• Sorts and places shipments and or materials on racks, shelves, or designated areas  according to destination


• Build up and maximize airline containers and pallets; load / unload vehicles, vans, straight trucks and tractor trailers


• Enter data information into freight station inventory and warehouse management system using desktop computer and handheld scanner


• Performs pick and pack assembly on shipments as needed and assembles shipments from storage area to prepare for export; marks and labels shipments with identifying information; prepares bills of lading as needed


• Takes weight and measurement of each shipment received, and prepares on-hand notice


• Drives forklift to transport shipments within warehouse and in and out of trucks; operates other warehouse equipment such as pallet jack and hand truck as needed

Skills / Requirements:

• Class A  (preferred), or CDL B required


• Hazmat endorsement strongly preferred but not required


• Must be flexible to work assigned shift which may include nights & weekends


• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)


• Minimum 1 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience


• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations including Forklift operations as well as other materials handling equipment

Why join DHL Global Forwarding?

We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

 

 

Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees.  At DGF, we don’t build businesses. We believe in building people so they can build the business and this means every success that we have comes from our employees. Together, our employees continue shaping our environment as a great place to work and community that we are all proud of.

As the world’s leading logistics’ company, DHL offers a wide range of interesting job challenges and opportunities in our different divisions around the globe. Our performance management system supports us in recognizing your potential, evaluating your performance, and continuously planning the development of your career with DHL.  We will always enable you to take on responsibility and encourage your growth, personally and professionally.

 

We are proud of our history and what we have created, a global market leader with 30,000 passionate employees. Our aspiration is to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding; we want them to think DGF, because we have:

 

• The largest global network with more than ~30,000 passionate employees




• The most efficient processes and fastest response times




• The best solutions and best customer service

Our Vision: The Logistics Company for the World

Our Mission: Excellence. Simply Delivered.
Our Purpose: We connect people, improving their lives.
Our Values: Respect & Results
Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility

 

About DHL Global Forwarding (DGF):

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure the transport of all kinds of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. They also include special transport-related services.

 

Our business model is very asset-light, as it is based on the brokerage of transport services between customers and freight carriers. We consolidate shipments to achieve higher volumes, purchase cargo space at better conditions and optimize network utilization. Our global presence means we can offer a variety of routing options and meet our customers' increasing demand for multimodal shipments.

 

We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html

 

DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. 

 

Work Authorization:

DHL Global Forwarding will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which visa sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

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