Early-Morning Freight Handler — Forklift & Dock Expert

Confidential; Riverside Township (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker in New Jersey to transport freight between docks and trailers. The role involves operating forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck, verifying documentation, and securing freight for loading. You may assist customers and perform hostling duties as needed.

The position requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift heavy freight multiple times daily. Safety and compliance with regulations are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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 freight and operate dock equipment multiple times per day.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack and hand truck as needed.
• Verify freight documentation matches description (type, weight, hazmat).
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets and straps.
• 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.

Skills

Basic written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Pallet jack handling

Hand truck usage

Basic math

Ability to lift heavy freight

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker in New Jersey to transport freight between docks and trailers. The role involves operating forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck, verifying documentation, and securing freight for loading. You may assist customers and perform hostling duties as needed.

The position requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift heavy freight multiple times daily. Safety and compliance with regulations are essential in this fast-paced environment.