Night Shift Freight Handler & Forklift Specialist

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is hiring for a dock worker responsible for transporting freight across the dock area, loading and unloading trailers, and using equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. You will verify freight docs, secure loads, and assist customers with freight documentation.

The role requires basic math and communication skills, is typically conducted in a dock environment, and involves varying shifts with a starting rate of pay. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior warehousing, freight handling and/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 hand freight of varying weights several times a week and operate dock equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck to handle freight.
• Verify documentation matches freight descriptions and contents.
• Secure freight inside trailers with pallets, straps, and other equipment.
• Recoup/repair damaged freight when needed.
• Complete required documentation and reports accurately.
• Assist customers with freight and freight documentation.
• Perform hostling duties if required.
• Comply with laws, regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is hiring for a dock worker responsible for transporting freight across the dock area, loading and unloading trailers, and using equipment like forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. You will verify freight docs, secure loads, and assist customers with freight documentation.

The role requires basic math and communication skills, is typically conducted in a dock environment, and involves varying shifts with a starting rate of pay. Equal opportunity employer.