Evening Freight Handler: Dock Ops & Forklift Pro

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc in Lewisville, TX is seeking a dock worker to move freight across the dock area to and from trailers, using forklift and hand trucks. You will verify documentation, secure freight in trailers, and assist customers with freight paperwork as needed.

The role requires 18+ and prior warehousing or forklift experience is preferred. Hours and duties vary with operational needs; pay starts at $21.16 per hour with potential for growth based on performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Basic math

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc in Lewisville, TX is seeking a dock worker to move freight across the dock area to and from trailers, using forklift and hand trucks. You will verify documentation, secure freight in trailers, and assist customers with freight paperwork as needed.

The role requires 18+ and prior warehousing or forklift experience is preferred. Hours and duties vary with operational needs; pay starts at $21.16 per hour with potential for growth based on performance.