Dock Worker/Forklift Operator

Old Dominion Freight Line • Webster, MA

394d

About The Position

The Dock Worker/Forklift Operator at Old Dominion Freight Line plays a crucial role in the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight. This position is essential for maintaining the reliability of deliveries and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and committed to teamwork, contributing to the company's culture of excellence and family spirit.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Knowledge of procedures surrounding all aspects of freight transportation.
• Familiarity with loading techniques such as loading tight and cross loading.
• Ability to utilize the dock yard management system for monitoring shipment locations.
• Must be available for work at all times to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of shipping orders and freight bills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
• Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and complete various forms utilized in freight movement.
• Hand load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary.
• Insure the quality loading of all trailers and secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Truck Transportation
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees