Dock Assistant

Goodwill of Central Iowa; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Central Iowa is hiring Warehouse Dock Assistants in Johnston to support donated goods processing and safe operation of equipment. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with shifts Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Starting wage is $14.00 to $15.00 per hour, depending on experience, with annual merit increase eligibility. The position requires attention to safety and the ability to work well in a team while following Goodwill values of love, kindness, and respect.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or a minimum of four (4) years of any combination of military service, high school, or related full-time paid employment.
• Safely use equipment such as pallet jack, forklift, two-wheel dolly, trash compactor, and baler as directed and authorized.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and basic math skills
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and a dependent adult and child abuse background check.

Responsibilities

• Sort, inspect, and distribute product per quality standards.
• Adhere to established processes and safety practices.
• Operate forklift and other equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Safely and correctly stack storage containers, bales, and other items.
• Maintain housekeeping of the dock area by keeping the area clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Independent worker

Safety mindful

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent/4 years military or related work

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Two-wheel dolly

Trash compactor

Baler

Job description

Goodwill of Central Iowa is looking for Warehouse Dock Assistantsto assist with donated goods processing and s afe operation of equipment with our values of love, kindness, and respect.

• Full-Time (40 hours/week)
• Shifts are scheduled Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4 pm
• Starting wage of $14.00-15.00/hourdepending on relevant experience.
• Annual merit increase eligibility based on individual job performance.
• Effective communication skills for daily interactions with coworkers and managers
• Flexibility to work positively on a team within Goodwill of Central Iowa's values of treating others with love, kindness, & respect
• Excellent attention to safety and pallet jack, two-wheel dolly, trash compactor, and baler equipment experience - forklift experience is a plus

Dock Assistants will load and unload donation trucks, open and/or unpack items from containers, sort, inspect, and route for distribution. They perform job duties following safety guidelines in a warehouse environment.

What you'll do here:

• Sort, inspect, and distribute product per quality standards.
• Adhere to established processes and safety practices.
• Operate forklift and other equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Safely and correctly stack storage containers, bales, and other items.
• Maintain housekeeping of the dock area by keeping the area clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll need:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or its equivalent, or a minimum of four (4) years of any of any combination of military service, high school, or related full-time paid employment.
• Safely use equipment such as pallet jack, forklift, two-wheel dolly, trash compactor, and baler as directed and authorized.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and basic math skills
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and a dependent adult and child abuse background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to understand verbal and/or written instruction and communicate effectively.
• Ability to tolerate variations in work environment temperature.
• Ability to be stationary or mobile for long periods of time.
• Must be able to carry, lift, push or pull fifty (50) pounds.

Goodwill of Central Iowa and our affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability) and E-Verify Participants.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.