Freight Handler

FedEx Freight; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a Freight Handler to transport freight and ensure accurate documentation at its Buford, GA location. The role involves using motorized and manual equipment, securing freight, and complying with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and prior experience in freight handling or warehousing. This is a full-time, entry-level position with a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling, or fork lift operations preferred.
• Ability to lift/carry freight of varying weights repeatedly throughout shifts.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading.
• Verify documentation matches freight description using electronic or manual systems.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies.

Skills

Basic written and verbal communication skills

Ability to count and perform basic math

Ability to lift/carry hand freight

Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight

Work independently and/or as a team member

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

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Position Overview

Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.

Position Overview

Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.

Essential Functions

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

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift 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
  
  

Working Conditions

• Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise
• Hours may vary due to operational need
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline oriented
  
  

Preferred Qualifications: Shift Time: 0200 - 1030

Pay Transparency

Pay:

Additional Details: Starting Rate of Pay: $24.89 / hour

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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