Dock Freight Handler | Forklift & Load Securement

FedEx Freight; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers for loading and unloading. The role requires using motorized and manual equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.

Starting pay is $21.16 per hour with variable hours (shift time 1500-2000) and a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment. Candidates should have basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift heavy freight and work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift operations preferred.
• If hostler/yard mule duties required, experience preferred.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck to move freight.
• Verify freight documentation matches description.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift experience

Basic math

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers for loading and unloading. The role requires using motorized and manual equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.

Starting pay is $21.16 per hour with variable hours (shift time 1500-2000) and a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment. Candidates should have basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift heavy freight and work independently or in a team.