Night Freight Handler - Forklift & Dock Specialist

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a Dock Worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers, load and secure freight, and assist with documentation.

You will operate motorized and manual equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, and verify freight details against documentation. Hourly starting rate is $24.42 with shift time 2330-0800; candidates must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to lift up to about 100 pounds and perform tasks in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift operations 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 and manual equipment, including forklift and pallet jack
• 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 operations

Basic math

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a Dock Worker to transport freight across the dock area to and from trailers, load and secure freight, and assist with documentation.

You will operate motorized and manual equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, and verify freight details against documentation. Hourly starting rate is $24.42 with shift time 2330-0800; candidates must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to lift up to about 100 pounds and perform tasks in a