Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - Part Time, Afternoon/Evening
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dockworker to support safe and efficient freight handling at a service center. The role involves loading and unloading freight, ensuring items are placed on the correct trucks, and securing freight to prevent damage during transport. Dockworkers use forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling techniques while following applicable safety and transportation requirements. The position contributes to accurate, timely delivery and the reliability of customer shipments. The work is fast-paced and deadline-oriented, with frequent interaction with service center personnel. The role requires working in a variety of conditions, including exposure to weather, hot or cold temperatures, noise, odors, and changing lighting conditions. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday on the evening shift; workdays and shifts may change according to scheduling and business needs. The posting describes the position as part-time.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
- Working knowledge of procedures related to freight transportation.
- Knowledge of loading techniques such as tight loading and cross loading.
- Familiarity with freight movement forms and, in some cases, ability to complete them.
- Ability to use the dock yard management system to consistently monitor shipment locations as freight moves through terminals.
- Availability to work as needed to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
- Ability to properly operate a handheld tablet when needed.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to meet the physical demands described in the posting, including standing, walking, sitting on a forklift, handling and lifting freight, and working in small spaces.
- Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present.
- Ability to work a variety of times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules; attendance is required.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
- Use loading techniques such as tight loading and cross loading.
- Move freight and oneself throughout the service center, including over non-forgiving surfaces.
- Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels and, where needed, complete freight movement forms such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, and exception forms.
- Hand-load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary.
- Ensure trailers are loaded with freight of appropriate quality.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including pallets, straps, and rope.
- Perform assigned duties and tasks necessary to support service center operations.
Benefits
- Health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage (offered to full-time employees and their families).
- Vision and dental coverage.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an additional discretionary company match opportunity.
- Life insurance.
- Wellness program.
- 12 days of paid time off and 9 paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
- Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians.
- Training and growth opportunities.
- Opportunities for advancement through a promote-from-within philosophy.
- National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
