Evening Freight & Dock Specialist

FedEx Freight; Maryland; On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers for loading and unloading. The role requires operating forklifts and pallet jacks, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads for transit.

Responsibilities include handling damaged freight, completing paperwork, assisting customers with freight documentation, and performing hostling duties if needed.

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.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight within dock area to/from trailers for loading/unloading.
• Operate motorized and manual equipment (forklift, pallet jack, hand truck).
• Verify documentation matches freight details (type, weight, hazardous materials).
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
• 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

Forklift operation

Freight handling

Basic math

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dock/yard equipment

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers for loading and unloading. The role requires operating forklifts and pallet jacks, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads for transit.

Responsibilities include handling damaged freight, completing paperwork, assisting customers with freight documentation, and performing hostling duties if needed.