Job Posting
Position Overview : Transport freight across dock area to / from trailers for loading to trailers.
Essential Functions :
- Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to : forklift, pallet jack and hand truck
- 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
Disclaimer : This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Qualifications :
High school diploma or equivalent, preferredMust be at least 18 years of agePrior experience in warehousing, freight handling and / or fork lift operations preferredIf hostler / yard mule duties required, experience preferredAbility to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculatorBasic written and verbal communication skillsAbility 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 moreAbility to bend, twist, squat, pushing / pulling freight throughout shiftAbility to work independently and / or as a team memberPrevious dock / warehouse experience preferredWorking Conditions :
Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noiseHours may vary due to operational needFrequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline orientedPay Transparency : Pay :
Additional Details : Starting Rate of Pay : $25.46 / hour
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.