Freight Handler

FedEx Freight; London; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Freight Handlers to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely transporting freight and ensuring accurate documentation while adhering to all safety protocols. Your ability to operate equipment like forklifts and electric pallet jacks will be essential. This position offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment with varying hours, where teamwork and attention to detail are crucial. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity in a supportive workplace, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Prior experience in warehousing and freight handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight using motorized and manual equipment safely.
• Verify documentation matches freight description and secure freight.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Freight Handling

Basic Math Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Hand Truck

Job description

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

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling, forklift operation and/or cross dock
• Must possess or be able to obtain a forklift certificate within probationary period
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights (e.g., lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force)
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, push/pull freight throughout shift
• Able to perform basic math, with or without a calculator
• Able to work alone or as a team member
• Able to follow instructions and complete required education (in person and computer)
• Strong problem-solving skills with strict attention to detail
• Basic computer skills and ability/willingness to learn new applications, software, systems, and equipment as required
• Good verbal, reading and written communication skills
• Bilingual (English/French), preferred; Quebec, required
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hours may vary due to operational need
• Must be able to hear at a level which would allow recognition of safety devices such as horns, backup signals and machinery in the potentially congested work environment of a loading dock, trailer and the yard
• Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise
• Frequent contact with service centre personnel; fast-paced; deadline oriented
  
  

Preferred Qualifications: Monday-Friday, 11:30-20:00

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