Dock Worker/Forklift Operator- Outbound Shift-1600 Start
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dock Worker to support safe and efficient freight handling and warehouse operations. The role involves loading and unloading freight, ensuring items are placed on the correct trailers, and securing freight to prevent damage during transport. Dockworkers use forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling techniques while following applicable safety procedures and DOT guidelines. The position contributes to accurate, reliable, on-time deliveries and requires a strong work ethic, attention to safety, and teamwork. The posted schedule is an afternoon shift with a 1600 start, Monday through Friday. Workdays and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. Employees must be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and may work varied times or shifts. The position requires attendance and work in environments that may involve extreme heat or cold, noise, odors, changing weather, and variable lighting.
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 freight 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.
- Ability to properly operate a handheld tablet when needed.
- Must be available to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and work varied times and shifts as needed.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting on a forklift, climbing on and off equipment, frequent bending and reaching, and handling or moving heavy freight.
- 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.
- Move freight and oneself throughout the service center, including over non-forgiving surfaces.
- Use the Dock Yard Management System to monitor shipment locations throughout the service center.
- Read and interpret shipping labels.
- Complete freight movement forms as needed, including shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports, and exception forms.
- Hand-load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary.
- Ensure trailers are loaded to the required quality.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, such as pallets, straps, rope, airbags, and cardboard.
- Operate a handheld tablet when needed.
- Perform assigned duties and tasks, including freight handling and related work-area responsibilities.
Benefits
- Health benefits, including a 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 an additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
- Life insurance
- Wellness program
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
