Dock Loader

The Erb Group•Nepean, ON

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Erb Group is one of North America’s largest privately-owned refrigerated transportation providers, specializing in the timely, protected distribution of temperature-controlled perishable goods across Canada and the U.S. This family-owned business has been in the industry for over 65 years and has been recognized as Best Fleets to Drive For several years, a Top Fleet Employer, and continues to be a safety industry leader. The Dock Loader ensures dedicated trucks are loaded, unloaded, and processed accurately, according to weight requirements, availability of space, and variety of freight.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of forklift experience.
Ability to work in a cold, refrigerated environment for up to 8 hours is necessary.
Must be able to list up to 70lbs.
Team player with a positive attitude.
Positive communication skills as it pertains to interacting with dock staff, operations, and drivers.
Safety-conscious mind-set.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Erb’s systems and operations is an asset.

Responsibilities

Fully understand Erb Transport’s handling of freight on the dock. Understand duties of both Dock Loaders and Dock Receivers.
Load straight-trucks as well as trailers destined for specific locations, while avoiding damages by ensuring equipment is set at correct temperatures.
Judging freight volumes for trailers, cubing, re weighing and additional reporting as needed.
Set up dock floor and line up freight so that orders can be found efficiently and accurately.
Read and cross-reference freight bills to match with actual products according to manifests. Ensure trucks are loaded according to legal weights and space allotted for the product.
Operate pallet-jack and forklift in a safe manner. Inform appropriate personnel of any equipment requiring repairs and/or follow-up.
All other duties as required.

Benefits

Benefits available from day 1
Company paid health insurance plans (health, prescription, dental and vision)
Company paid group life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Enjoy $1600 in massage therapy benefits
TFSA and RRSP savings plans with company match contributions (available after 3 months)
Profit-sharing opportunity
Referral bonus program
Safety shoe voucher
Uniform and annual tool allowance for apprentice and mechanic technicians
Corporate discounts with Josslin Insurance and Goodlife Fitness
Educational assistance up to 50%, with specific training required by The Erb Group paid in full
Career advancement opportunities
Community and philanthropy opportunities
Employee engagement events (Good Cheer Club, summer BBQs, prizes, food trucks, employee recognition programs)