Dock Worker

Estes Express Lines • Everett, WA

3d • $28 - $31

About The Position

The Dock Worker properly loads and unloads freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or by hand; straps, braces, and pads freight to prevent damage or shifting; records the condition of freight as it arrives at the service center; and inspects dock equipment before and after shifts. Regular attendance is required. This is not an all-inclusive list of duties: operational, safety, and other needs may require the employee to perform additional assigned duties and tasks.

The role involves frequent lifting and moving of at least 70 pounds, as well as standing, walking, handling freight and equipment, twisting, turning, reaching, and other physical activities. The worker may encounter moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous materials, high or precarious places, and varying weather and noise conditions. 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.
• Able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 pounds.
• Able to lift approximately 70 pounds or more when required by the job's essential functions.
• Able to work all shifts, including overtime and weekends, and be dependable.
• Able to comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
• Able to interact well with others and work independently or as part of a team.
• Able to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Able to read, interpret, and comply with written information and documents, including safety rules, operations and procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions, with high 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.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequently lifting and moving at least 70 pounds and performing activities such as standing, walking, reaching, handling, twisting, turning, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, sitting, and climbing or balancing.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned to meet operational, safety, and other needs.

What This Job Offers

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