Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

Old Dominion Freight Line • Butte, MT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented Dockworker to support the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight and related warehouse and material-handling operations. The role helps ensure shipments are placed on the correct trucks, secured to prevent damage, and delivered accurately and on time. Safety, teamwork, and meeting customer pickup and delivery schedules are central to the position.

Dockworkers handle freight using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, other equipment, or manual techniques. They monitor freight locations through the Dock Yard Management System, interpret shipping labels and freight paperwork, and use appropriate supplies such as pallets, straps, rope, airbags, and cardboard to secure shipments. Work is fast-paced and deadline-oriented and takes place in varied conditions, including enclosed trailers and vehicles, changing weather, wet or slippery surfaces, and noise levels ranging from quiet to loud.

This is a full-time position with overnight work as the posted shift guideline. Workdays and shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs. The position requires attendance and the ability to work a variety of times and shifts to meet customer schedules. Employees may also be assigned other duties as needed.

The role involves substantial physical activity, including prolonged standing, walking, and forklift operation; frequent bending, squatting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting; and handling freight weighing up to 500 pounds with or without a dolly or cart. Employees must be able to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Full-time employees and their families are eligible for health benefits, including a zero-premium medical plan for employee-only coverage, vision and dental coverage, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) with company match and potential annual discretionary match, life insurance, a wellness program, tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians, training and growth opportunities, advancement through the promote-from-within philosophy, and national career opportunities at the company’s 260-plus service centers.

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 a dock yard management system to monitor shipment locations as freight moves through terminals.
• 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, forklift operation, climbing, handling and securing freight, and frequently lifting objects up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work a variety of times and shifts and maintain attendance.
• Ability to work in extremely hot or cold climates and in environments where noise and odors may be present.

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 and, where applicable, 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 quality loading of trailers.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies, including pallets, straps, and rope.
• Meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and work in coordination with service center personnel.
• Perform other assigned duties and tasks as required.

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
• Advancement through the promote-from-within philosophy
• National career opportunities at 260+ service centers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED