Evening Freight Handler: Forklift & Dock Ops

FedEx Freight; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock attendant in South Bend, IN, to transport freight between dock areas and trailers. The role requires operating forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck, and ensuring accurate freight documentation and secure loading.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old, and preferred warehousing or hostler experience. The position involves physical duties, safety compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment with varied weather and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior warehousing or forklift experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading.
• Perform freight handling using forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (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 laws/regulations and company policies.

Skills

Forklift safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock attendant in South Bend, IN, to transport freight between dock areas and trailers. The role requires operating forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck, and ensuring accurate freight documentation and secure loading.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+ years old, and preferred warehousing or hostler experience. The position involves physical duties, safety compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment with varied weather and