Dock Worker/ Forklift Operator
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dockworker to support warehouse and material-handling operations. The role is responsible for safely and efficiently loading and unloading freight, placing the correct items on the appropriate trucks, and helping ensure accurate, reliable, on-time deliveries. Dockworkers use motorized equipment and manual handling techniques, secure freight to prevent damage, and monitor shipment locations as freight moves through the service center. The position is fast-paced and deadline-oriented, involves frequent interaction with service center personnel, and requires flexibility to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules. The work takes place in varying environments, including service centers, enclosed vehicles and trailers, and exposure to all weather conditions. Conditions may include hot or cold temperatures, wet or slippery surfaces, variable lighting, noise, and odors. The job has substantial physical demands, including extended periods standing, walking, or sitting on a forklift; climbing, bending, squatting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and handling heavy freight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
- Working knowledge of procedures surrounding freight transportation.
- Knowledge of loading techniques, including tight loading and cross loading.
- Familiarity with freight movement forms and, in some cases, the ability to complete them.
- Ability to use the dock yard management system to monitor shipment locations.
- Availability for work at varying times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
- Ability to operate a handheld tablet when needed.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent lifting and handling of objects up to 100 pounds and loading or unloading freight weighing as much as 500 pounds, with or without a dolly or cart.
- Ability to work in a variety of times and shifts, hot or cold climates, and environments where noise and odors may be present.
- Regular 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.
- Transport self and/or freight throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
- Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels and freight-related documents.
- Complete, when required, 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 needed.
- Ensure the quality loading of trailers.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including pallets, straps, rope, airbags, and cardboard.
- Perform assigned duties and tasks as required to support freight operations and customer schedules.
Benefits
- Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
- Vision and dental benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and additional annual discretionary match opportunity
- Life insurance
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
- Training and growth opportunities
- Advancement opportunities 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
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
