Evening Freight Handler - Dock & Forklift Ops

FedEx Freight; Elwood (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is hiring for a dock worker responsible for transporting freight across the dock area to and from trailers, supporting loading and staging operations. You will use forklift, pallet jack and hand truck to move freight safely and efficiently.

You will verify paperwork, secure loads, assist customers, and perform hostling duties as needed. This position requires physical endurance, ability to lift up to 100 pounds, and adherence to safety policies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift operations 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 several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.
• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. 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 all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Basic math

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

FedEx Freight is hiring for a dock worker responsible for transporting freight across the dock area to and from trailers, supporting loading and staging operations. You will use forklift, pallet jack and hand truck to move freight safely and efficiently.

You will verify paperwork, secure loads, assist customers, and perform hostling duties as needed. This position requires physical endurance, ability to lift up to 100 pounds, and adherence to safety policies in a fast-paced environment.