Dock Loader
The Erb Group•Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC
•CA$24 - CA$24•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 is recognized as a Best Fleet to Drive For, a Top Fleet Employer, and a safety industry leader. The Dock Loader position 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.
- Must be able to lift 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 and the 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.
- Judge freight volumes for trailers, cube, re-weigh, and perform 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.
- Perform 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)
- 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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
