Night Freight Handler — Forklift & Dock Ops with Benefits

FedEx Freight Holding; Town of Montgomery (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off (FT)

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking an overnight dock associate to transport freight between dock areas and trailers. You will operate equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks, verify freight paperwork, and secure loads for safe transport.

Role requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift and move heavy items regularly. Prior warehousing experience is preferred; starting rate reflects an hourly wage with benefits typical for FedEx.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior warehousing or freight handling experience preferred.
• Hostler/yard mule duties experience preferred.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift/carry hands freight up to several times per day and lift heavy dock plates.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack and hand truck as needed.
• Verify documentation matches freight description.
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, or rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with laws, regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Freight handling

Math skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking an overnight dock associate to transport freight between dock areas and trailers. You will operate equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks, verify freight paperwork, and secure loads for safe transport.

Role requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to lift and move heavy items regularly. Prior warehousing experience is preferred; starting rate reflects an hourly wage with benefits typical for FedEx.