Dock & Forklift Operator - Fast-Paced Warehouse Role

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401k Plan with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is hiring a Dockworker in New Jersey. The role emphasizes safe loading and unloading of freight, forklift operation, and adherence to DOT guidelines to ensure on-time deliveries.

You will read labels, complete shipping forms, and secure cargo using straps and airbags within a fast-paced service center environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong work ethic, safety commitment, and teamwork, with the ability to stand for long shifts and handle physically

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Must have working knowledge of freight transportation procedures and forms.
• Ability to operate dock-yard management system to monitor shipment locations.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using forklift, pallet jack or manually.
• Transport freight around the service center on various surfaces.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and freight documents.
• Secure freight inside trailers with straps, airbags, and related tools.
• Maintain safety and quality during loading to ensure on-time deliveries.

Skills

Safe lifting procedures

Freight handling knowledge

Reading shipping labels

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Dock Yard Management System

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is hiring a Dockworker in New Jersey. The role emphasizes safe loading and unloading of freight, forklift operation, and adherence to DOT guidelines to ensure on-time deliveries.

You will read labels, complete shipping forms, and secure cargo using straps and airbags within a fast-paced service center environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong work ethic, safety commitment, and teamwork, with the ability to stand for long shifts and handle physically