Dock Worker
About The Position
The Dock Worker properly loads and unloads freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or by hand. The role includes securing freight with straps, braces, and padding to prevent damage or shifting; accurately recording freight condition upon arrival at the service center; and inspecting dock equipment before and after shifts. Regular attendance is required. This list of duties is not all-inclusive, and operational, safety, or other needs may require additional assigned duties. Employees are expected to be able to perform those duties and tasks. The position requires working in a high-volume environment with tight time constraints and multiple priorities, independently or as part of a team. The employee must be dependable and able to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends. Work may involve moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, high or precarious places, hazardous materials, and varying weather conditions. Noise levels range from quiet to loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be at least 17 years old.
- Must be able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 pounds.
- Must be able to lift approximately 70 pounds or more when required by the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to work all shifts, including overtime and weekends, and be dependable.
- Must comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
- Must interact well with others and work independently or in a team setting.
- Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
- Must be able to read, interpret, and comply with written materials such as safety rules, operations and procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions, with a high level of comprehension and concentration, and meet deadlines.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and may be subject to random drug and/or alcohol tests and a criminal history background check.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the transportation industry.
- Stable employment history.
- Prior forklift operation experience or previous forklift certification.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or by hand.
- Strap, brace, and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting.
- Accurately record the condition of freight as it arrives at the service center.
- Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment.
- Attend work regularly and perform other duties as assigned to meet operational, safety, and other needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
