Freight Handler Part-Time

FedEx Group; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for freight handling roles. This position involves transporting freight, verifying documentation, and securing cargo using various tools. Ideal candidates will possess strong physical abilities, basic math skills, and effective communication skills. Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment where your contributions are valued, and enjoy a range of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge in the logistics sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in warehousing or freight handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform freight handling using motorized and manual equipment.
• Secure freight inside trailers and verify documentation.

Skills

Freight handling

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Ability to lift/carry freight

Ability to work independently

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:

1. Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
   
2. Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system.
   
3. Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
   
4. Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
   
5. Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
   
6. Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed.
   
7. Perform hostling duties if required.
   
8. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
   
9. Perform other duties as required.
   

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
   
2. Must be at least 18 years of age.
   
3. Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift operations preferred.
   
4. If hostler/yard mule duties required, experience preferred.
   
5. Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
   
6. Basic written and verbal communication skills.
   
7. 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.
   
8. Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift.
   
9. Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
   
10. Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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

Preferred Qualifications: Shift Time: 1500 - 2000

Pay Transparency: Compensation listed reflects the pay range or pay rate reasonably expected for this position. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels. Actual pay determined by job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to position, such as experience, tenure, market level, pay at the location, performance, schedule, and work assignment. Eligible employees offered health, vision, and dental insurance, employee assistance program, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid bereavement, employee discounts, vacation (FT only), paid holidays (FT only).

Pay: Pay Range: $22.11 - $25.86 per hour

Additional Details: Starting Rate of Pay: $22.11 / 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 [e-mail].