Evening Freight Handler: Forklift & Dock Expert

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

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Athens, GA is seeking a dock worker to transport freight between trailers and yards. You will operate forklifts and hand trucks, verify freight documentation, and secure loads for safe transport.

This full‑time role requires basic math, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced dock environment. Starting pay is $21.16 per hour with shift timing 1700-2200. Prior warehouse or freight handling experience is preferred; candidates must be 18+ and able to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift operations 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 hand freight of varying weights several times a week, lift dock plates around 100 pounds, and open trailer doors requiring up to 75 pounds of lift force.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, push/pull 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 forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description using current system.
• Secure freight inside trailers with 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 all laws, regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual dexterity

Basic math

Communication skills

Lift 75 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Athens, GA is seeking a dock worker to transport freight between trailers and yards. You will operate forklifts and hand trucks, verify freight documentation, and secure loads for safe transport.

This full‑time role requires basic math, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced dock environment. Starting pay is $21.16 per hour with shift timing 1700-2200. Prior warehouse or freight handling experience is preferred; candidates must be 18+ and able to