Night Freight Handler: Forklift & Load Specialist

FedEx Freight; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Roanoke, VA is seeking a dock/warehouse associate to transport freight between trailers and dock areas. You will operate equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck to load/unload freight and secure it for transit.

The role requires attention to detail, basic math, and ability to work in a fast-paced dock environment. Physical stamina and teamwork are essential for success on this shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior warehousing/freight handling or forklift experience preferred.
• Hostler/yard mule duties experience preferred.
• Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift/carry and move freight repeatedly throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading/unloading.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck as needed.
• Verify freight documentation matches description (type, weight, hazmat).
• Secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, and rope.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight as required.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight in Roanoke, VA is seeking a dock/warehouse associate to transport freight between trailers and dock areas. You will operate equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck to load/unload freight and secure it for transit.

The role requires attention to detail, basic math, and ability to work in a fast-paced dock environment. Physical stamina and teamwork are essential for success on this shift.