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Freight Handler

FedEx Freight
United States, California, Ontario
Sep 19, 2024
POSITION OVERVIEW: Responsible for transporting freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading, ensuring safety of freight being moved, and maintain freight records. As a Freight Handler, flexibility regarding shifts will be required. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment including but not limited to forklift, electric pallet jack and hand truck. * Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g., type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system. * Following all safety and loading protocols/policies/procedures utilizing appropriate tools and resources (e.g., straps, boards) plan and organize the loading sequence of freight and secure freight * Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary * Understand and follow all safety policies and procedures to eliminate risk (e.g., chemical spills, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) * Complete assigned tasks by following all policies and procedures (e.g., yard check) * Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed * Perform general housekeeping indoors and outdoors (e.g., maintaining cleanliness of facility, trailers) * Assist with mentoring of new hires (e.g., freight handlers) * 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. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED * High school diploma or GED equivalent * Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling, forklift operation and/or cross dock * Must possess or be able to obtain a forklift certificate within probationary period * Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights (e.g., lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force) * Ability to bend, twist, squat, push/pull freight throughout shift * Able to perform basic math, with or without a calculator * Able to work alone or as a team member * Able to follow instructions and complete required education (in person and computer) * Strong problem-solving skills with strict attention to detail * Basic computer skills and ability/willingness to learn new applications, software, systems, and equipment as required * Good verbal, reading and written communication skills * Bilingual (English/French), preferred; Quebec, required WORKING CONDITIONS * Hours may vary due to operational need * Must be able to hear at a level which would allow recognition of safety devices such as horns, backup signals and machinery in the potentially congested work environment of a loading dock, trailer and the yard * Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise * Frequent contact with service centre personnel; fast-paced; deadline oriented Preferred Qualifications: Pay Transparency: Pay: Additional Details: