Dock Worker

Armour Transportation Systems; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Year-round work

Employee discounts

Job summary

Armour Transportation Systems is seeking a Dock Worker to support our Courier team in Dartmouth, NS. The role focuses on safe handling, loading and unloading freight, and ensuring on-time deliveries within a busy terminal.

Candidates should be willing to work early hours, with forklift knowledge as an asset and a commitment to safety. The position offers year-round work and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification is an asset.
• Ability to lift weight and perform heavy lifting regularly.
• Reliability and a can-do attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight from trailers in a safe and efficient manner
• Sort, stage and organize shipments within the dock area
• Use of scanners and paperwork
• Operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks)
• Verify shipment accuracy and report any damages or discrepancies
• Maintain clean and organized work environment
• Attend in-house training sessions as required (e.g. dangerous goods, WHMIS)
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet deadlines

Skills

Forklift certification

Safety conscious

Team player

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About the Role:

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Dock Worker to join our Courier team. This role is essential to ensuring the efficient movement of freight within our terminal, supporting on-time deliveries and overall operational success.

Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Dock Worker to join our Courier team. This role is essential to ensuring the efficient movement of freight within our terminal, supporting on-time deliveries and overall operational success.

Location: Dartmouth, NS

Schedule: Monday to Friday from 3am to 12pm or 8am to 5pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Load and unload freight from trailers in a safe and efficient manner
• Sort, stage and organize shipments within the dock area
• Use of scanners and paperwork
• Operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks)
• Verify shipment accuracy and report any damages or discrepancies
• Maintain clean and organized work environment
• Attend in-house training sessions as required (e.g. dangerous goods, WHMIS, etc.)
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet deadlines

What you bring:

• Forklift certification is an asset
• A willingness to work, dependability & a good attitude
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
• Ability to lift perform heavy lifting on a regular basis
• Willingness to work in warehouse conditions with possible high noise levels and varying temperatures (dependent on weather)
• Safety boots/shoes
• A clean criminal background

What we Offer:

• Competitive wages
• A steady working environment with year-round work
• Opportunities to grow & advance within the company
• Access to discounts on phone plans, insurance and more through our employee discount program
• Medical benefits, paid vacation, company-matched RRSP & much more!

About us:

Armour Transportation Systems has been connecting communities and businesses across Eastern Canada for generations. Built on a strong foundation of family values, Armour has grown into a trusted transportation and logistics company with a robust terminal network from Ontario through Atlantic Canada.

Our success is driven by the dedication of our people, a commitment to safety, and a focus on delivering reliable, customer-focused solutions. This approach has earned Armour national recognition as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a Top Fleet Employer.

In 2021, Armour became part of the Seaboard Transport Group of Companies, which is committed to preserving Armour’s legacy while continuing to invest in our people, our culture, and our future.

Armour Transportation Systems is committed to the principles of Employment Equity. The purpose of Employment Equity is to ensure that no person is denied employment opportunities or benefits for reasons unrelated to ability.

Armour Transportation Systems welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Canadians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your expression of interest for this position.

For candidates who require accommodation for disabilities through the application and hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail] to access support. Armour Transportation Systems has adopted Good Manufacturing Practices and a Quality Management Program to guide and improve our daily operations. All employees will be trained on these programs through our online training platform.