Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - Part Time

Old Dominion Freight Line • Lakeville, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dock Worker/Forklift Operator to support freight movement and warehouse operations. The role focuses on safely and efficiently loading and unloading freight, ensuring the correct items are placed on the correct trucks and secured to prevent damage. Dock workers use forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling techniques, and their work supports accurate, reliable, on-time deliveries. The role is fast-paced and deadline-oriented, with frequent interaction with service center personnel.

The position involves working varied shifts and times to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules. Work days and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. The work environment may include loading areas, enclosed vehicles and trailers, exposure to all weather conditions, varying noise levels, and lighting ranging from bright to low light. Employees may encounter extremely hot or cold climates, noise, and odors.

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, the ability to complete them.
• Ability to use a dock yard management system to monitor shipment locations as freight moves through terminals.
• Must be available for work at varying times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Ability to properly operate a handheld tablet when needed.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, sitting on a forklift, bending, climbing, pushing, pulling, reaching, and frequently lifting and handling objects weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to load and unload full trailers containing freight weighing as much as 500 lbs., using a dolly or cart when needed.
• Must be able to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present.
• 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 freight and/or oneself 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.
• Complete or assist with freight movement forms, including 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, such as pallets, straps, rope, airbags, and cardboard.
• Perform assigned duties and tasks as required to support freight movement and service center operations.

Benefits

• Health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage (stated for full-time members).
• Vision and dental coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an additional annual discretionary match opportunity.
• Life insurance.
• Wellness program.
• 12 days of paid time off.
• 9 paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
• Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians.
• Training and growth opportunities.
• Opportunities to advance through a promote-from-within philosophy.
• National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED