Night Freight Handler (Forklift & Dock)

FedEx Freight; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers during night shift. Starting rate of pay is $26.41 per hour with a shift time of 2200-0630. You will operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, and verify freight documentation for accuracy.

The role requires lifting heavy freight, accurate paperwork, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a dock environment with varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including 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

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Communication skills

Physical strength

Attention to documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a dock worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers during night shift. Starting rate of pay is $26.41 per hour with a shift time of 2200-0630. You will operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, and verify freight documentation for accuracy.

The role requires lifting heavy freight, accurate paperwork, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a dock environment with varying weather conditions.