Freight Handler: Dock Operations & Forklift

FedEx Freight; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is hiring a dock/warehouse worker in Buford, GA to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers. Starting pay is $25.64 per hour with shifts 1400-2230 and 0100-0930. The role requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks and manual equipment, ensuring secure loading and compliant documentation.

You will verify freight descriptions, assist customers, and support hostling duties as needed, while following safety rules and company policies. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift operations preferred.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform freight handling using motorized and manual equipment, including forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (type, weight, hazardous materials) in current system.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, rope and other supplies.
• 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/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Basic math

Communication skills

Independent work

Heavy lifting capability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

FedEx Freight is hiring a dock/warehouse worker in Buford, GA to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers. Starting pay is $25.64 per hour with shifts 1400-2230 and 0100-0930. The role requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks and manual equipment, ensuring secure loading and compliant documentation.

You will verify freight descriptions, assist customers, and support hostling duties as needed, while following safety rules and company policies. Equal opportunity employer.