Evening Freight Handler: Dock Ops & Forklift

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Lafayette, IN is hiring a dock worker to move freight across the dock area to and from trailers. The starting rate of pay is $21.16 per hour with an evening shift from 1600 to 2100.

The role involves operating forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck, verifying freight documents, securing loads, recouping damaged freight, and assisting customers as needed. A high school diploma is preferred, and the job requires the ability to lift heavy loads.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior warehousing or freight handling 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 varying weights several times a week and open trailer doors with significant lift.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, push/pull freight throughout shift.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck to move freight.
• Verify freight documentation matches description (type, weight, hazardous materials).
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, or 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 laws, regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Lafayette, IN is hiring a dock worker to move freight across the dock area to and from trailers. The starting rate of pay is $21.16 per hour with an evening shift from 1600 to 2100.

The role involves operating forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck, verifying freight documents, securing loads, recouping damaged freight, and assisting customers as needed. A high school diploma is preferred, and the job requires the ability to lift heavy loads.