Freight Handler Part-Time

FedEx Freight; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as a Freight Handler Part-Time. In this role, you will handle freight, verify documentation, and ensure safe transport across the dock area. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in warehousing or freight handling. The position offers a dynamic work environment with varied hours and responsibilities, ensuring a fast-paced experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in warehousing or freight handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading.
• Perform freight handling using motorized and manual equipment.
• Verify documentation matches freight description.

Skills

Communication

Basic Math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Hand Truck

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Position Overview

Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.

Essential Functions

• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g., type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g., 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.

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, lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more.
• Ability to bend, twist, squat, push/pull freight throughout shift.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred.

Working Conditions

• Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise.
• Hours may vary due to operational need.
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

Shift Time: 1700 - 2200, 1800 - 2300

Pay Transparency

Starting Rate of Pay: $20.54 / hour

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.