Entry Level Freight Handler Jobs
New grad freight handler jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where reliability, physical readiness, and any warehouse or logistics internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Transportation & Logistics, Chemicals & Materials, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like HDR, Jobot, and Akraya hiring at this level now.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 6+ Entry Level Freight Handler jobs
About the Company
Founded in 2008 by Ross Sapir, Roadway Moving is built on the core principles of accountability, kindness, generosity, and dedication. These values drive a culture of excellence, where our people, not just our trucks, set us apart in a crowded industry. We believe in investing in both our employees and our clients, fostering an environment rooted in respect, urgency, clear communication, and appreciation. At Roadway, we don’t just move boxes, we move lives, and we do it with a commitment to making the experience remarkable for everyone involved.
Roadway Moving is hiring CDL Class A and CDL Class B truck drivers across five markets. Local routes and dedicated long haul routes are both open. All routes are from warehouse to warehouse, no touch freight, with no residential deliveries and no customer interaction.
Open Routes
CDL Class A, Dedicated Long Haul. Chicago, IL to Bronx, NY. Weekly round trip on a dedicated lane, drop and hook between Roadway warehouses, no touch freight.
CDL Class A, West Coast Regional. Los Angeles to San Francisco to Seattle. Regional freight between Roadway warehouse locations.
What You Will Do
- Operate a Class A tractor trailer or a Class B straight truck between Roadway warehouse and terminal locations
- Haul no touch freight on assigned dedicated and regional lanes
- Complete assigned routes safely and on schedule
- Perform DOT pre trip and post trip vehicle inspections
- Complete trip logs, ELD entries, bills of lading and required DOT documentation
- Stay in contact with dispatch on route progress, delays and mechanical issues
- Follow FMCSA hours of service rules, DOT regulations and Roadway safety procedures
- Maintain safe, courteous and professional driving practices at all times
What You Need
- Valid CDL Class A license
- Minimum 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience in the class you hold
- Clean MVR and a safe driving record
- Current DOT medical card and the ability to meet all DOT and FMCSA requirements
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening, including DOT drug and alcohol testing and a Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse query
- Air brake endorsement. Doubles and triples, tankers and HazMat endorsements are a plus and are not required.
- Strong communication and time management skills
- OTR, regional or long-distance experience preferred for Class A routes
Compensation
CDL Class A dedicated long haul and West Coast regional: $100,000 to $150,000 annually
These ranges reflect what Roadway Moving in good faith expects to pay for these roles at the time of this posting. Actual pay depends on route, market, license class, verifiable experience and driving record.
$2,500 Referral Bonus
Know a qualified CDL Class A? Refer them to Roadway Moving. You receive $2,500 and the driver you refer receives a $2,500 bonus.
Bonuses are earned once the referred driver completes 90 days of continuous service with Roadway Moving and is in good standing on that date. Referrals are open to current Roadway team members and to the public. Bonuses are paid under Roadway Moving's written referral program and are subject to its eligibility rules. Roadway Moving may change or discontinue the program at any time. All payments are less applicable by taxes and withholding and are reported as required by law.
Why Roadway?
We care about the people who work here, and we put real effort behind that. That looks like training that actually prepares you, managers who coach instead of just assign, and clear paths to grow. It looks like knowing the people you work with. It looks like being trusted with real work early. We have teams across the United States and internationally, and they get the same version of this company. Same standards, same investment, same care. Where you sit does not change what you get from us. The thing we believe most: how we treat our people shows up in how our customers are treated. That is not a slogan for us, it is how we make decisions. Our employees rate us a 93 on employee Net Promoter Score, our customers rate us between 4.5 and 4.9, and we have been named a Stevie Award Employer of the Year three times, including Gold for Talent Acquisition. We are proud of that, and we know it only stays true if we keep earning it.
Recruiting Agencies
Thanks for thinking of us. We run our searches in house and aren't taking agency submissions for this role, so please don't reach out to our hiring managers or People team about it. Unsolicited resumes become the property of Roadway Moving and no fee is owed if we hire that candidate. If we ever need outside support, we'll come to you.
The above description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities due to the nature of work performed to accomplish Roadway Moving's mission. Roadway Movers, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship. Roadway Movers, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.
About the Company
Founded in 2008 by Ross Sapir, Roadway Moving is built on the core principles of accountability, kindness, generosity, and dedication. These values drive a culture of excellence, where our people, not just our trucks, set us apart in a crowded industry. We believe in investing in both our employees and our clients, fostering an environment rooted in respect, urgency, clear communication, and appreciation. At Roadway, we don’t just move boxes, we move lives, and we do it with a commitment to making the experience remarkable for everyone involved.
Roadway Moving is hiring CDL Class A and CDL Class B truck drivers across five markets. Local routes and dedicated long haul routes are both open. All routes are from warehouse to warehouse, no touch freight, with no residential deliveries and no customer interaction.
Open Routes
CDL Class A, Dedicated Long Haul. Chicago, IL to Bronx, NY. Weekly round trip on a dedicated lane, drop and hook between Roadway warehouses, no touch freight.
CDL Class A, West Coast Regional. Los Angeles to San Francisco to Seattle. Regional freight between Roadway warehouse locations.
What You Will Do
- Operate a Class A tractor trailer or a Class B straight truck between Roadway warehouse and terminal locations
- Haul no touch freight on assigned dedicated and regional lanes
- Complete assigned routes safely and on schedule
- Perform DOT pre trip and post trip vehicle inspections
- Complete trip logs, ELD entries, bills of lading and required DOT documentation
- Stay in contact with dispatch on route progress, delays and mechanical issues
- Follow FMCSA hours of service rules, DOT regulations and Roadway safety procedures
- Maintain safe, courteous and professional driving practices at all times
What You Need
- Valid CDL Class A license
- Minimum 1 year of verifiable commercial driving experience in the class you hold
- Clean MVR and a safe driving record
- Current DOT medical card and the ability to meet all DOT and FMCSA requirements
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening, including DOT drug and alcohol testing and a Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse query
- Air brake endorsement. Doubles and triples, tankers and HazMat endorsements are a plus and are not required.
- Strong communication and time management skills
- OTR, regional or long-distance experience preferred for Class A routes
Compensation
CDL Class A dedicated long haul and West Coast regional: $100,000 to $150,000 annually
These ranges reflect what Roadway Moving in good faith expects to pay for these roles at the time of this posting. Actual pay depends on route, market, license class, verifiable experience and driving record.
$2,500 Referral Bonus
Know a qualified CDL Class A? Refer them to Roadway Moving. You receive $2,500 and the driver you refer receives a $2,500 bonus.
Bonuses are earned once the referred driver completes 90 days of continuous service with Roadway Moving and is in good standing on that date. Referrals are open to current Roadway team members and to the public. Bonuses are paid under Roadway Moving's written referral program and are subject to its eligibility rules. Roadway Moving may change or discontinue the program at any time. All payments are less applicable by taxes and withholding and are reported as required by law.
Why Roadway?
We care about the people who work here, and we put real effort behind that. That looks like training that actually prepares you, managers who coach instead of just assign, and clear paths to grow. It looks like knowing the people you work with. It looks like being trusted with real work early. We have teams across the United States and internationally, and they get the same version of this company. Same standards, same investment, same care. Where you sit does not change what you get from us. The thing we believe most: how we treat our people shows up in how our customers are treated. That is not a slogan for us, it is how we make decisions. Our employees rate us a 93 on employee Net Promoter Score, our customers rate us between 4.5 and 4.9, and we have been named a Stevie Award Employer of the Year three times, including Gold for Talent Acquisition. We are proud of that, and we know it only stays true if we keep earning it.
Recruiting Agencies
Thanks for thinking of us. We run our searches in house and aren't taking agency submissions for this role, so please don't reach out to our hiring managers or People team about it. Unsolicited resumes become the property of Roadway Moving and no fee is owed if we hire that candidate. If we ever need outside support, we'll come to you.
The above description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities due to the nature of work performed to accomplish Roadway Moving's mission. Roadway Movers, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship. Roadway Movers, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.
See All 6 Entry Level Freight Handler Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsEntry Level Freight Handler Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Transportation & Logistics
- Chemicals & Materials
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Technology & Software
Entry Level Freight Handler Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level freight handler job?
Start by applying to openings that explicitly welcome zero to two years of experience or list no experience required. Employers at this level prioritize reliability, the ability to lift and move freight safely, and familiarity with basic warehouse procedures. Any prior work in a warehouse, shipping dock, retail stockroom, or logistics internship strengthens your application. A clean attendance record and willingness to work varied shifts give candidates a real edge.
Which companies hire entry level freight handlers?
Companies hiring entry level freight handlers right now include HDR, Jobot, and Akraya, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large distribution centers, regional freight carriers, and logistics companies that regularly onboard new workers and train on the job.
Are there remote entry level freight handler jobs?
Yes, though most freight handler work is hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level freight handler openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be coordination or dispatch-adjacent roles rather than direct freight handling positions. The majority of openings require physical presence at a dock, warehouse, or distribution facility.
Are these new grad freight handler jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically states that zero to two years of experience is acceptable, counts internships or part-time warehouse work toward qualifications, or offers on-the-job training. If a listing mentions training programs or does not require prior freight experience, it is a strong signal the role suits new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level freight handlers?
Entry Level freight handler roles concentrate in Transportation & Logistics, Chemicals & Materials, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because high shipment volumes, rapid inventory turnover, and ongoing expansion of fulfillment operations create steady demand for new workers at the ground level.