Warehouse Associate

Freight Handlers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Growth opportunities

Referral bonus

Job summary

Freight Handlers is seeking dedicated team members for hands-on roles in Orlando, Florida. Responsibilities include unloading trailers and operating forklifts in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Candidates should be reliable, able to lift 25-80 lbs, and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include competitive hourly pay starting from $18 to $20, weekly pay cycles, and opportunities for growth through training and promotions.

Qualifications

• Warehouse experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift, walk, bend, and twist during the workday.
• Effective communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload tractor-trailers in a fast-paced warehouse.
• Break down and restack pallets, handling 25–80 lb cases.
• Operate forklifts and powered pallet jacks as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Team-player attitude

Job description

What You’ll Do

This is a hands‑on role focused on unloading trailers, breaking down and restacking pallets, and moving 25‑80 lbs, with powered equipment used as needed. You will safely unload tractor‑trailers in a fast‑paced warehouse setting, operate forklifts and powered pallet jacks (training provided), break down and restack pallets, handle freight weighing 25–80 lbs throughout the shift, and work in varied warehouse temperatures (from 32°F to 90°F).

Work Conditions

Lifting, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, and squatting are required throughout the shift. You will handle 25–80lb cases and move 50–200+ pallets daily. The work environment ranges from 32°F to 90°F, and you must be able to hear and respond to speech, alarms, and safety alerts in moderate to loud environments.

What We’re Looking For

• 1st Shift: 3:50AM, 4AM, or 4:30AM until complete.
• 5‑day work week; operations run 7 days per week, schedules may include weekends.
• Warehouse experience preferred (order picking, forklift, etc.) but not required.
• Ability to lift, walk, bend, and twist most of the workday.
• Strong communication skills and a team‑player attitude.
• Reliable and willing to work scheduled shifts.

Skills / Knowledge

• Basic math and attention to detail.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English for effective communication.
• Follow directions and work safely.
• Respectful and professional with others.
• Able to work well in a team environment.

Benefits

• $18‑$20 per hour plus performance based pay (top performers can earn $20+).
• Weekly pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.
• Growth opportunities: training, certifications, promotions.
• Referral bonus: bring friends and earn extra cash.

Company Commitment

FHI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.