Dock Worker (Part Time)
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 is not an exhaustive list of duties: operational, safety, and other needs may require performing additional assigned tasks, and employees are expected to be able to do so. The job requires working in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities and tight time constraints, independently or as part of a team. The employee must be dependable and able to work all shifts, including overtime and weekends. The physical role frequently involves lifting at least 70 pounds and includes standing, walking, handling freight and equipment, and other physical activities. Work may involve moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous materials, high or precarious places, and varying weather conditions. Noise levels may range from quiet to loud. Applicants must be at least 17 years old, have a high school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience, be authorized to work in the United States, and pass a pre-employment drug screen. Employees are also subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing and a criminal history background check. Estes states that qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics and provides an accommodation contact through its careers website.
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 essential job functions.
- 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 information and documents, including safety rules, operations and procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions, with high comprehension and concentration and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing 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.
- Inspect dock equipment before and after shifts.
- Maintain regular attendance and perform other assigned duties as operational, safety, or other needs require.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
