Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - Part Time/PM Shift
About The Position
Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dockworker to support safe and efficient freight handling at a service center. The role loads and unloads freight, ensures that items are placed on the correct trucks, and helps deliver shipments accurately and on time. Dockworkers use forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling techniques, and secure freight with appropriate materials to prevent damage during transport. The work is fast-paced and deadline-oriented and involves frequent contact with service center personnel. The position requires work in varied conditions, including exposure to weather, hot or cold climates, noise, odors, and lighting that may range from bright to low. Employees may work around others, in enclosed vehicles, and inside enclosed trailers. The listed workdays are Monday through Friday; shifts and hours are to be determined and may change according to scheduling and business needs. Attendance is required.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
- Working knowledge of procedures relating 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.
- Availability to work as needed 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.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, sitting on a forklift, squatting, climbing, reaching, pushing, pulling, and frequently lifting or handling objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present.
- Ability to work a variety of times and shifts to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
- 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.
- Apply 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 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 trailers are loaded to the required quality standards.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including pallets, straps, rope, airbags, and cardboard.
- Perform other assigned duties and tasks as needed.
Benefits
- Health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage (listed for full-time employees and their families).
- 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.
- Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians.
- Training and growth opportunities.
- Promotion-from-within opportunities.
- National career opportunities at more than 260 service centers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
