Freight Handler

FedEx Freight; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a Warehouse Associate to transport freight and perform handling duties in a dock environment. This full-time position involves using equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks, verifying freight documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and have experience in freight handling. The starting pay is $24.89 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling, and/or fork lift operations preferred.
• Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading.
• Perform freight handling using motorized and manual equipment.
• Verify documentation matches freight description.

Skills

Basic Math

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Freight Handling

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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: 1800 - 0230

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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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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