Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

Old Dominion Freight Line•Lockwood, NV

5d•$20 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a dedicated, detail-oriented Dock Worker to support safe and efficient freight handling. The role involves loading and unloading freight, ensuring items are placed on the correct trucks, securing freight to prevent damage, and supporting warehouse and material-handling operations. Dock Workers use forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual techniques while following safety requirements and applicable state and federal DOT guidelines. The position contributes directly to accurate, on-time deliveries and the reliability of customer freight. The role is fast-paced and deadline-oriented, with frequent contact with service center personnel. Work schedules and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. The position requires working a variety of times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules, and employees must be available to work at all times to meet those schedules. The work environment may include loading and unloading alongside others, working in enclosed vehicles and trailers, and exposure to all weather conditions, varying noise levels, and lighting ranging from very bright to low light. Employees may work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors are present. Attendance is required.

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 monitor shipment locations as freight moves through terminals.
Availability to work at varied times and shifts as needed to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
Ability to operate a handheld tablet when needed.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting on a forklift, bending, climbing, handling and moving freight, pushing and pulling, reaching, lifting, and using both hands as needed.
Ability to use cognitive, auditory, and visual skills for safety awareness, equipment inspections, freight handling, reading manifests and labels, and communicating with coworkers.
Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in 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 oneself and/or freight throughout the service center 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, when required, 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 the quality loading of all trailers.
Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including pallets, straps, and rope.
Perform all other duties and tasks assigned.

Benefits

Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
Vision and dental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) retirement plan with company match and additional discretionary match opportunity
Life insurance
Wellness program
Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
Training and growth opportunities
Promotion-from-within opportunities
National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers