Dockworker

Dohrn•Centerville, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Dohrn Transfer is seeking a full-time Dockworker at its Centerville Terminal. The role involves conveying freight to and from trailers and storage areas by hand or with material-handling equipment. Dockworkers load, unload, sort, and secure freight according to DOT requirements, process related daily paperwork, and work safely and cooperatively while following applicable regulations. The position pays $25.81 per hour initially, increasing to $28.65 per hour on the first anniversary. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, with a 5:00 a.m. start.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have completed high school or an equivalent.
Pass a non-DOT physical examination and functional screen.
Consent to a pre-employment drug screen and receive a negative result.
Be able to read and write in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple mathematical calculations.
Be able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds or more infrequently.
Consent to a ten-year work-history check; gaps of 30 days or more must be indicated and explained, and documentation may be requested.
Be physically capable of operating a forklift, pallet jack, load lock, and two-wheel handcart.
Be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods and safely enter and exit trailers, vans, flatbeds, forklifts, and tractors.
Be able to work around and operate motorized equipment and perform the essential functions of the job in hot or cold temperatures and dusty dock conditions.

Responsibilities

Load and unload freight to and from trucks by hand or using a hand truck, dolly, or forklift, in accordance with DOT requirements.
Sort and secure freight on trucks or on the dock to prevent damage and comply with DOT requirements.
Handle and lift a variety of materials, including cartons, bags, cylinders, boxes, crates, drums, pipe, bars, and rugs.
Use common material-handling tools and equipment.
Work safely and professionally to reduce risks to oneself and fellow employees.
Comply with federal, state, and company regulations.
Process all paperwork associated with the job daily.
Be available and willing to work; exceptions require management approval.
Work in a positive, supportive, and cooperative manner.
Perform other duties as directed or requested.