Freight Handler - Evening Shift, Health & 401(k)

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers for loading. The role involves operating forklift and pallet jack, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads for safe transit.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and 18+ years old, with warehousing or forklift experience preferred. Physical tasks include lifting heavy freight and assisting with various dock activities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack and hand truck as needed.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (type, weight, hazardous materials).
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, or 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.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehousing

Hostling duties

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers for loading. The role involves operating forklift and pallet jack, verifying freight documentation, and securing loads for safe transit.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and 18+ years old, with warehousing or forklift experience preferred. Physical tasks include lifting heavy freight and assisting with various dock activities as needed.