Early-Morning Freight & Dock Handler

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Durham, NC is hiring a dock worker. Starting pay is $21.16 per hour with a 05:00–10:00 shift. The role involves transporting freight between docks and trailers and performing handling with forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.

Responsibilities include document verification, load securing, damage repair, reporting, and assisting customers. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and warehouse experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior warehousing, freight handling or forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to count and perform basic math; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic math

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Job description

FedEx Freight in Durham, NC is hiring a dock worker. Starting pay is $21.16 per hour with a 05:00–10:00 shift. The role involves transporting freight between docks and trailers and performing handling with forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.

Responsibilities include document verification, load securing, damage repair, reporting, and assisting customers. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and warehouse experience is a plus.