Evening Freight Handler: Forklift & Dock Ops

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Huron (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock/warehouse worker to transport freight between trailers and dock areas. The role involves operating forklift and pallet jack equipment, verifying shipment documents, and securing loads for safe transit.

The position requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Typical starting pay is around the posted rate, with hours in the evening shift, and ADA assistance is

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.
• 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 forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials).
• Secure freight inside trailers using 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 laws and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Basic math

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Independence

Warehouse experience preferred

Education

HS diploma preferred

Tools

Forklift operations

Pallet jack

Hostler/yard mule

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock/warehouse worker to transport freight between trailers and dock areas. The role involves operating forklift and pallet jack equipment, verifying shipment documents, and securing loads for safe transit.

The position requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Typical starting pay is around the posted rate, with hours in the evening shift, and ADA assistance is