Freight Handler - London, Canada - FedEx Freight Canada

FedEx Freight Canada

Verified Company

London, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

M-F, 12:00 - 20:30 INDOC

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Responsible for transporting freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading. 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, pallet jack, hand truck
Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
Verify documentation matches freight description, including, but not limited to type, weight, and hazardous materials, using current electronic and manual system
Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including, but not limited to 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 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/equivalent, preferred
Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or forklift operations, preferred
Forklift operation experience, preferred
Valid forklift certificate, preferred
Ability 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 more
Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift
Able to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator
Basic written and verbal communication skills
Able to follow instructions and complete required training
Able to work alone or as a team member

WORKING CONDITIONS: