Early-Shift Dock Freight Handler — $22.77/hr

FedEx Freight; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) after 1 month

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock/warehouse team member in New Jersey to transport freight between docks and trailers. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, verify paperwork, and secure loads for transit, with duties that may include hostling and damage recoup.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Starting hourly pay is $22.77 with a range to $26.64, offering benefits for regular full- and part-time employees including medical/dental/vision

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior warehousing or freight handling experience preferred.
• Hostler/yard mule duties experience preferred.
• Ability to count and perform basic math.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and frequent bending/kneeling.

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 as needed.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with laws, regulations and company procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operations

Warehouse experience

Teamwork

Basic math

Basic communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock/warehouse team member in New Jersey to transport freight between docks and trailers. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, verify paperwork, and secure loads for transit, with duties that may include hostling and damage recoup.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Starting hourly pay is $22.77 with a range to $26.64, offering benefits for regular full- and part-time employees including medical/dental/vision