Freight Handler — Forklift & Dock Load Specialist

FedEx Freight; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Dock/Freight Handler. Starting rate of pay is $21.78 per hour with shifts 0500-1000 and 1700-2200.

The role involves moving freight across the dock, operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to load and unload trailers. You will verify freight documentation, secure loads inside trailers, repair damaged freight when needed, and complete all required reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in warehousing or forklift operations preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform freight handling with motorized and manual equipment.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials).
• 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 all applicable laws/regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Freight handling

Forklift operation

Basic math

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a Dock/Freight Handler. Starting rate of pay is $21.78 per hour with shifts 0500-1000 and 1700-2200.

The role involves moving freight across the dock, operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to load and unload trailers. You will verify freight documentation, secure loads inside trailers, repair damaged freight when needed, and complete all required reports.