Early Morning Dock Freight Handler

FedEx Freight; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock associate to transport freight between trailers and dock areas. The role requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks to load, secure, and unload freight, while ensuring accurate documentation and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include assisting customers, performing hostling duties when needed, and maintaining records. Candidates should be able to lift heavy loads and work in a dock environment with varying shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior experience in warehousing or freight handling preferred.
• Ability to lift/carry varying weights and operate dock equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers.
• Perform freight handling using forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, or rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with laws and company policies.

Skills

Physical strength

Basic math

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock associate to transport freight between trailers and dock areas. The role requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks to load, secure, and unload freight, while ensuring accurate documentation and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include assisting customers, performing hostling duties when needed, and maintaining records. Candidates should be able to lift heavy loads and work in a dock environment with varying shifts.