Dock Worker/Forklift Operator- Part Time
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dockworker to support safe and efficient freight loading, unloading, and warehouse material-handling operations. The role helps ensure freight is handled accurately and delivered on time. Dockworkers use motorized forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual techniques, and secure freight with appropriate materials to prevent damage. Safety, teamwork, and attention to detail are central to the position. The role is part time, with an evening shift generally scheduled Monday through Friday. Work days and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. The position requires working in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented service center and being available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules. Work may involve exposure to all weather conditions, extreme heat or cold, varying noise and lighting, and enclosed vehicles or trailers. The stated compensation range is $20.00–$24.00. Old Dominion describes a range of benefits for full-time employees; the posting does not specify that those benefits apply to this part-time position.
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, including tight loading and cross loading.
- Familiarity with freight-movement forms, and the ability to complete applicable forms when required.
- Ability to use the dock yard management system to monitor shipment locations.
- Availability to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules, including working a variety of times and shifts.
- Ability to operate a handheld tablet when needed.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing, sitting on a forklift, walking, bending, climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and handling freight and equipment.
- Ability to work in extremely hot or cold conditions and in environments where noise or 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.
- Apply loading techniques such as tight loading and cross loading.
- Transport oneself and/or freight throughout the service center, including over hard or 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 documents; complete applicable forms when required.
- Hand-load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary.
- Ensure trailers are loaded with appropriate care and quality.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, such as pallets, straps, rope, airbags, and cardboard.
- Work in frequent coordination with service center personnel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Perform other assigned duties and tasks as required.
Benefits
- The posting lists benefits for full-time employees, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage, vision and dental, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) with company match and potential additional annual discretionary match, life insurance, a wellness program, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians, and training and growth opportunities. Applicability to this part-time position is not specified.
- The company describes opportunities for advancement through its promote-from-within philosophy and national career opportunities at its service centers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
