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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for fedex material handler in Iowa is $17.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a FedEx material handler?

A FedEx Material Handler is responsible for loading, unloading, and sorting packages in a fast-paced warehouse environment. They ensure shipments are processed efficiently, scanned, and transferred to the correct locations. This role requires physical stamina, as it involves lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods. Material Handlers play a key role in maintaining package integrity and meeting delivery schedules.

What does a FedEx material handler do?

A typical shift for a Fedex Material Handler involves unloading and loading packages from trucks, sorting parcels according to their destination, and ensuring all items are scanned into the system accurately. The work is primarily physical, requiring moving and lifting packages of varying sizes, sometimes for extended periods, and may take place in early morning, evening, or overnight shifts. Material Handlers regularly work as part of a team, communicating closely with drivers, supervisors, and fellow handlers to keep daily operations running smoothly. This role is crucial for maintaining FedEx’s high standards for timely shipments and package integrity.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a FedEx material handler?

To thrive as a Fedex Material Handler, you need physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced warehouse environment, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with handheld scanners, conveyor belts, and basic warehouse management systems is important, and forklift certification can be a plus. Strong teamwork, time management, and clear communication skills help you effectively coordinate with colleagues and supervisors. These competencies ensure accurate, efficient package handling and timely delivery, which are essential for FedEx's customer satisfaction and operational success.

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Infographic showing various Fedex Material Handler job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 79% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,585 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Freight Handler Part-Time

FedEx Freight Holding Company, Inc.

Dubuque, IA • On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $ 21.16 per hour
Shift Time: 1600-2000
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, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift operations preferred.
  • If hostler/yard mule duties required, 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, 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.
  • Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
  • Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise.
  • Hours may vary due to operational need.
  • Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline oriented.

EST FedEx Freight, Inc
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at ADAAssistance@fedexfreight.com. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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