Dock Freight Specialist — Forklift & Load Expert

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock/warehouse worker to transport freight across the dock area and assist in loading and unloading trailers. The role emphasizes safe handling, documentation verification, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Hourly pay starts at $21.16 with potential up to $24.75. Work is 1700-2200; eligible for benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. Prior warehouse or forklift experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior warehousing and forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to count, perform basic math, and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers.
• Use forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck for handling.
• Verify freight documentation matches description.
• Secure freight inside trailers with pallets, straps, or rope.
• Complete required reports and assist customers with freight docs.
• Perform hostling duties if required and comply with policies.

Skills

Forklift operations

Warehousing experience

Basic math

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock/warehouse worker to transport freight across the dock area and assist in loading and unloading trailers. The role emphasizes safe handling, documentation verification, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Hourly pay starts at $21.16 with potential up to $24.75. Work is 1700-2200; eligible for benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid time off. Prior warehouse or forklift experience preferred.