Forklift Operator / Dock Worker / Part Time / PM
About The Position
Dock Worker (Hostler Duties Included) – Part Time Join the Oak Harbor Freight Lines family, where success and tradition meet in a regional trucking story spanning over a century. With 107 years and counting of dedicated service across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and California, we are more than just a company – we are a legacy. We are on the lookout for individuals who are ready to drive their careers forward as part of our team of Forklift Operators/Dock Workers. Are you ready to be a part of our journey? Responsibilities: Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks within specified timelines.Responsible for noting and recording exception in count or condition of shipments to minimize cargo claims.Management of paperwork: i.e., check of accuracy and completion of delivery receipts, bills of lading, trailer manifests, counting freight, accuracy of hazardous material shipments, special loading, and handling instructions.Responsible for regrouping shipments as needed.Ability to meet the Company's reliability standard for employees. Availability to work various shifts during the week to accommodate business needs. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Basic English language proficiency (reading, writing and verbal) is required.
- Simple arithmetic, weight and/or measuring is required.
- A High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent is strongly preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Hosteling experience preferred.
- Previous warehouse or like experience strongly preferred.
- Forklift experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience using tools, machines, and special equipment: hand truck, four-wheel dock cart, pallet jack, barrel truck, dock plates, load locks and/or rope is preferred.
- Experience in an LTL operation preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks within specified timelines.
- Responsible for noting and recording exception in count or condition of shipments to minimize cargo claims.
- Management of paperwork: i.e., check of accuracy and completion of delivery receipts, bills of lading, trailer manifests, counting freight, accuracy of hazardous material shipments, special loading, and handling instructions.
- Responsible for regrouping shipments as needed.
- Ability to meet the Company's reliability standard for employees.
- Availability to work various shifts during the week to accommodate business needs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Opportunity to become a Class A driver by becoming part of our Driver training program.
- Opportunity to become a full-time dock worker.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
