Freight Handler - Early Morning/Evening Shifts | $21.78/hr

FedEx Freight, Inc.; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. in West Columbia, SC is seeking a Dock/Hostler Associate to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers. Starting rate is $21.78 per hour with shift times 0400-0900 and 1600-2000.

The role involves operating forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck, plus verifying freight documentation and securing loads inside trailers. You will be required to assist customers with freight documentation, perform hostling duties if needed, and comply with all laws, regulations

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.”

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck to move freight.
• Verify freight documentation matches description (type, weight, hazardous materials).
• 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 all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Basic math

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. in West Columbia, SC is seeking a Dock/Hostler Associate to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers. Starting rate is $21.78 per hour with shift times 0400-0900 and 1600-2000.

The role involves operating forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck, plus verifying freight documentation and securing loads inside trailers. You will be required to assist customers with freight documentation, perform hostling duties if needed, and comply with all laws, regulations