Evening Freight Handler: Dock & Lift Operator

FedEx Freight; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Vacation (FT only)

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Dock/Freight Handler to move freight between dock areas and trailers during 2 shifts. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, verify freight documents, secure loads, and assist customers with shipments.

The role requires basic math, strong teamwork, and the ability to lift heavy items repeatedly. A high school diploma is preferred, and prior warehouse experience is a plus. This is an hourly position with benefits and evening hours.

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 several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing ~100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring ~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

• Move freight between dock area and trailers using motorized and manual equipment.
• Verify freight documentation aligns with description (type, weight, hazardous materials).
• Secure freight inside trailers with pallets, straps, or rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when needed.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and related documentation.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Dock/Freight Handler to move freight between dock areas and trailers during 2 shifts. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, verify freight documents, secure loads, and assist customers with shipments.

The role requires basic math, strong teamwork, and the ability to lift heavy items repeatedly. A high school diploma is preferred, and prior warehouse experience is a plus. This is an hourly position with benefits and evening hours.