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About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be at least 17 years of age.
• A valid CDL and acceptable MVR are required if driving on public roads.
• CDL holders must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Stable work history.
• Ability to operate a forklift (7,500 lb. vehicle).
• Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
• Ability to lift approximately 70 lbs. or more if required by essential job functions.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, lift, twist, turn, climb, and perform other physical tasks described in the posting.
• Ability to drop, hook, and couple trailers, including cranking landing gear, pulling a fifth-wheel pin requiring approximately 65 lbs. of pressure, and maneuvering a trailer dolly.
• Ability to comply with company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
• Ability to interact well with others and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Ability to understand and comply with written information and documents, including safety rules, operating and procedure manuals, and maintenance instructions; requires concentration and ability 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.
• Night or weekend shifts may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the transportation industry is a plus, but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and maneuver tractor-trailers and other large equipment in the yard to facilitate loading and unloading.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of yard and dock equipment.
• Cube, load, and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or by hand.
• Secure freight against damage and shifting in transit using blocking and bracing, load bars, straps, dunnage, and air bags.
• Set up, break down, and hook trailers safely.
• Ensure pup-trailer tilt bars are lowered before loading freight.
• Raise and lower landing gear.
• Monitor the yard for unsafe drivers and non-employees and notify management.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions.
• Perform dockworker duties as requested.
• Communicate effectively with dock supervision, line-haul drivers, and Fleet Services personnel.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned to meet operational, safety, and other needs.