Evening Freight Handler: Forklift & Dock Ops

FedEx Freight; Mount Pocono (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Mount Pocono, PA is seeking a dock worker to transport freight between dock areas and trailers, using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. You will verify freight docs, secure loads, assist customers, and perform hostling duties as needed while complying with safety policies.

Starting pay is $21.78 per hour for an evening shift from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Hours vary with operation; candidates must meet physical requirements including lifting up to 100 pounds and frequent

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 motorized and manual equipment, including forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description using current electronic or manual system.
• 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 applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Basic math

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Dock equipment familiarity

Job description

FedEx Freight in Mount Pocono, PA is seeking a dock worker to transport freight between dock areas and trailers, using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. You will verify freight docs, secure loads, assist customers, and perform hostling duties as needed while complying with safety policies.

Starting pay is $21.78 per hour for an evening shift from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Hours vary with operation; candidates must meet physical requirements including lifting up to 100 pounds and frequent