Freight Handler: Dock & Freight Ops

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area and assist with loading and securing shipments. This role requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, while ensuring documentation matches freight details.

Ideal candidates are at least 18 with a high school diploma or equivalent, and have warehouse or forklift experience. Shift times vary; starting pay is $25.64/hour and safety/compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.
• Perform freight handling using forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (type, weight, hazmats).
• 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

Basic math

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area and assist with loading and securing shipments. This role requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, while ensuring documentation matches freight details.

Ideal candidates are at least 18 with a high school diploma or equivalent, and have warehouse or forklift experience. Shift times vary; starting pay is $25.64/hour and safety/compliance are essential.