Evening Freight Handler: Forklift & Dock Specialist

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock/yard associate for evening shifts. The role involves transporting freight within the dock area, loading and unloading to trailers, and using equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Strong attention to detail and safety is essential.

Starting pay is $21.78 per hour with a 1700-2100 shift, and previous warehousing or forklift experience is preferred. You will verify freight documentation, secure loads, and assist customers as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior warehousing or forklift experience preferred.
• If hostler/yard 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

• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck to move freight.
• Verify freight documentation matches description.
• 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 applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operations

Basic math

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock/yard associate for evening shifts. The role involves transporting freight within the dock area, loading and unloading to trailers, and using equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Strong attention to detail and safety is essential.

Starting pay is $21.78 per hour with a 1700-2100 shift, and previous warehousing or forklift experience is preferred. You will verify freight documentation, secure loads, and assist customers as needed.