Night Freight Handler: Forklift & Dock Ops

FedEx Freight; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight in the United States is seeking a dockworker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers for loading. The role requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, verifying freight paperwork, and securing loads for safe transport.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 18, and possess warehouse or forklift experience. The position supports night shifts and involves physical tasks including lifting up to 100 pounds and

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 motorized/manual equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack, hand truck).
• Verify freight documentation matches description (type, weight, hazardous materials).
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets/straps/rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight as needed.
• Verify and complete required documentation/reports.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with laws, regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight in the United States is seeking a dockworker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers for loading. The role requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, verifying freight paperwork, and securing loads for safe transport.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 18, and possess warehouse or forklift experience. The position supports night shifts and involves physical tasks including lifting up to 100 pounds and