Early Morning Freight Handler (Dock & Forklift)

FedEx Freight; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers and assist with loading/unloading operations. The role involves operating forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads inside trailers.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 18 years old, with preferred warehousing or forklift experience. The position requires physical effort and adherence to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior warehousing, freight handling or forklift experience preferred.
• Hostler/yard mule duties 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 up to 100 pounds and open trailer doors with up to 75 pounds lift.
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack handling

Hand truck operation

Safety compliance

Documentation accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

18+ years old

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers and assist with loading/unloading operations. The role involves operating forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads inside trailers.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 18 years old, with preferred warehousing or forklift experience. The position requires physical effort and adherence to safety guidelines.