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Freight Handler Part-Time

FedEx Freight

Scott City (MO, KS)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in a dynamic dock environment. This role involves transporting freight, operating equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensuring all documentation is accurate. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in freight handling and warehousing, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The position offers a competitive starting rate of pay and the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. If you are ready to take on a challenging role in a supportive workplace, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma preferred; must be 18 years or older.
  • Experience in warehousing and freight handling preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Transport freight across dock area using motorized and manual equipment.
  • Verify documentation matches freight description and secure freight inside trailers.

Skills

Freight Handling
Forklift Operations
Basic Math Skills
Communication Skills
Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift
Pallet Jack
Hand Truck

Job description

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.
Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.


QUALIFICATIONS

* High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
* Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift 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.

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: 1630 - 2030

Pay Transparency:

Pay:

Additional Details: Starting Rate of Pay: $19.56 / hour


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

If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please call 800-888-8252 or e-mail at ADAAssistance@freight.fedex.com.

FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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