How to become a freight handler?

Obtaining a position as a freight handler requires being at least 18 years old and having a clean background check. High school diplomas are an asset, but they are not always necessary. Large product volume retailers, wholesalers, and any other business with a warehouse consistently hire freight handlers. Qualifications often include being able to work odd hours because many warehouses operate 24/7. Your duties require you to be able to lift and move heavy objects, making physical skills essential. Other responsibilities of a freight handler involve operating hand trucks and lifts, so prior certification as a lift operator helps when applying.