Dock Worker
About The Position
The Dock Worker 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. The employee may also be assigned other duties as operational, safety, or business needs require. This position requires the ability to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends in a high-volume environment with tight time constraints and multiple priorities. Work may involve moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, high or precarious places, hazardous materials, and varied weather conditions. Noise levels may range from quiet to loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be at least 17 years of age.
- Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
- Ability to lift approximately 70 lbs. or more if required by the essential functions of the job.
- Ability to work all shifts, including overtime and weekends, and to be dependable.
- Ability to comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
- Ability to interact well with others and work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
- Ability to read, interpret, and comply with written information and documents, including safety rules, operations and procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions, with strong comprehension and concentration and the ability to 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.
- Physical activities include standing, walking, lifting, twisting, turning, reaching, handling objects, and potentially climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; the role also requires talking and hearing.
- Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the transportation industry.
- Stable employment history.
- Prior forklift operation 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.
- Maintain regular attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet operational, safety, and other needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
