Freight Handling Specialist: Forklift & Dock Ops

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock associate to transport freight across dock areas to and from trailers, using motorized and manual equipment. You will verify documents, secure freight and assist customers, ensuring accurate records and safe handling.

The role requires the ability to perform hostling duties, comply with regulations, and work shifts from 1500-2330 and 0000-0830, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency in a dynamic dock environment. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in warehousing or forklift operations preferred.
• Hostler/yard mule duties experience preferred.
• Ability to count, perform basic math, and read/understand documents.
• Lift heavy freight and operate in a dock environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform freight handling using forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
• Verify documentation matches freight description.
• Secure freight inside trailers with 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.
• Hostling duties if required.
• Comply with laws/regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Freight handling

Documentation accuracy

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a dock associate to transport freight across dock areas to and from trailers, using motorized and manual equipment. You will verify documents, secure freight and assist customers, ensuring accurate records and safe handling.

The role requires the ability to perform hostling duties, comply with regulations, and work shifts from 1500-2330 and 0000-0830, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency in a dynamic dock environment. Equal opportunity employer.