PT Dockworker $25.81

Dohrn•Northlake, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Dohrn Transfer is seeking a full-time Dockworker at its Northlake Terminal. The position conveys freight to and from trailers and storage areas by hand or with material-handling equipment. Starting pay is $25.81 per hour, increasing to $28.65 per hour on the first anniversary. Hours are Monday through Friday, with various shifts. The Dockworker loads, unloads, sorts, and secures freight in accordance with DOT requirements, processes related daily paperwork, and follows applicable federal, state, and company regulations. The role involves frequent physical activity and heavy lifting in a dock environment, which may include extreme hot or cold temperatures and dusty conditions.

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, write, and communicate effectively in English and perform simple mathematical calculations.
Be able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 100 or more pounds infrequently.
Consent to a ten-year work-history check; explain any gaps of 30 days or more and provide documentation if 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 job functions in hot or cold temperatures and dusty conditions.
Be available and willing to work; exceptions require management approval.

Responsibilities

Load and unload freight on and off 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.
Handle various materials, including cartons, bags, cylinders, boxes, crates, drums, pipe, bars, and rugs.
Use material-handling tools and equipment, including forklifts, carts, dollies, banding machines, shrink wrap tubes, pallet jacks, and tow motors.
Work safely and professionally to reduce risks to yourself and fellow employees.
Comply with federal, state, and company regulations.
Complete daily paperwork associated with the job.
Communicate and work positively, supportively, and cooperatively with internal and external customers and coworkers.
Perform other duties as directed or requested.