Freight Handler – Dock Operations & Forklift

FedEx Freight; Kentucky; On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Kentucky is seeking a Dock Worker to move and load freight across the dock area, preparing shipments for trailers and ensuring proper handling. The role requires basic math and communication skills, the ability to lift up to 100 pounds, and experience with forklift or pallet jack; starting pay is $21.16 per hour with varying shifts.

Work environment is dock setting with exposure to weather and noise, requiring safety compliance and ability to work in a fast-paced,

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Move freight using forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description.
• Secure freight inside trailers with pallets, straps, or rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight.
• 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 operation

Basic math

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

FedEx Freight in Kentucky is seeking a Dock Worker to move and load freight across the dock area, preparing shipments for trailers and ensuring proper handling. The role requires basic math and communication skills, the ability to lift up to 100 pounds, and experience with forklift or pallet jack; starting pay is $21.16 per hour with varying shifts.

Work environment is dock setting with exposure to weather and noise, requiring safety compliance and ability to work in a fast-paced,