Dock Worker

Estes Express Lines • Seekonk, MA

4h • $27 - $30

About The Position

The Dock Worker properly loads and unloads freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or by hand. The role secures freight with straps, braces, and padding to prevent damage or shifting; accurately records the condition of freight upon its arrival at the service center; and performs pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment. Regular attendance is required. This is not an all-inclusive list of duties, and operational, safety, or other needs may require the employee to perform additional assigned tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be at least 17 years old.
• Able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
• Able to lift approximately 70 lbs. or more when required by essential job 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 comprehension and concentration sufficient 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.
• Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the transportation industry.
• Stable employment history.
• Prior forklift operation experience or 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 freight condition when it arrives at the service center.
• Inspect dock equipment before and after each shift.
• Maintain regular attendance and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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