Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - Part Time/PM Shift

Old Dominion Freight Line • Huntsville, AL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dockworker to support safe and efficient freight handling and warehouse operations. The role loads and unloads freight, ensures items are placed on the correct trucks, and helps protect freight from damage during transport. Dockworkers use forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling techniques, and secure freight with appropriate supplies. The position contributes to accurate, on-time customer deliveries and requires a strong work ethic, commitment to safety, and teamwork. Work days and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs; the posting lists Monday through Friday, with shift and hours to be determined.

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 such as tight loading and cross loading.
• Familiarity with freight movement forms and, in some cases, ability to complete them.
• Ability to use a dock yard management system to monitor shipment locations.
• 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 stated physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting on a forklift, frequent squatting, climbing, pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting and handling freight weighing up to 100 pounds; loading and unloading trailers may involve freight weighing as much as 500 pounds.
• Ability to work a variety of times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Ability 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 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.
• Familiarize with and, when required, complete 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 necessary.
• Ensure the quality loading of trailers.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, such as pallets, straps, rope, airbags, and cardboard.
• Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned.

Benefits

• Zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 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
• Promotion-from-within opportunities
• National career opportunities across more than 260 service centers

What This Job Offers

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