Early-Morning Freight Handler (Dock & Forklift)

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Ohio is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers. Starting pay is $21.16 per hour, with shifts from 04:00 to 09:00.

The role involves operating forklifts and hand trucks, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads for safe transport. The position requires basic math and strong safety awareness, with opportunities to assist customers and perform hostling duties when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift experience 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; forklift operation experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform freight handling using motorized and manual equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack, hand truck).
• Verify freight documentation matches description (type, weight, hazardous materials) in current system.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, 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, regulations, and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Basic math

Written/verbal comms

Teamwork/independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Ohio is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers. Starting pay is $21.16 per hour, with shifts from 04:00 to 09:00.

The role involves operating forklifts and hand trucks, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads for safe transport. The position requires basic math and strong safety awareness, with opportunities to assist customers and perform hostling duties when needed.