Dock Loader

The Erb Group • Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC

2d • CA$24 - CA$24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Erb Group is seeking a Dock Loader to ensure dedicated trucks are loaded, unloaded, and processed accurately, according to weight requirements, availability of space, and variety of freight. This role involves understanding freight handling, loading trucks and trailers, judging freight volumes, setting up the dock floor, reading and cross-referencing freight bills, and operating equipment safely.

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)
• 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)
• Modern and well-maintained equipment
• 24 hour over-the-road breakdown assistance
• Paid overtime
• High-performing driver recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed