Evening Freight Handler - Forklift & Dock Ops

FedEx Freight; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Knoxville, TN seeks a Dock Worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers, supporting loading and securement. The role starts at $21.16 per hour with a 1700–2200 shift, and requires basic warehouse duties and attention to documentation.

Responsibilities include handling freight with pallet jacks and related equipment, verifying freight documents, and assisting with loading/unloading and safety checks.

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

• 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

Math & counting

Basic communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight in Knoxville, TN seeks a Dock Worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers, supporting loading and securement. The role starts at $21.16 per hour with a 1700–2200 shift, and requires basic warehouse duties and attention to documentation.

Responsibilities include handling freight with pallet jacks and related equipment, verifying freight documents, and assisting with loading/unloading and safety checks.