Dock & Forklift Operator: Safe Load, Team-Driven

Old Dominion Freight Line; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a Dockworker to load and unload freight efficiently while meeting safety and DOT guidelines. The role supports warehouse operations and ensures accurate, on-time deliveries for our customers.

Ideal candidates can read shipping labels, operate a forklift or pallet jack, and use yard management systems to monitor location. Physical stamina and readiness to work varied shifts are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Must have knowledge of safe loading and freight transportation procedures.
• Familiarity with shipping documents and freight movement forms.
• Ability to monitor shipment locations using yard management systems.
• Willingness to work all shifts to meet customer schedules.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using forklifts or manually.
• Transport freight throughout the service center.
• Use dock yard management system to track shipments.
• Read shipping labels and complete required freight forms.
• Secure freight with airbags, straps, or cardboard as needed.
• Ensure quality loading and safe trailer handling.
• Standards compliant with DOT guidelines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Loading techniques

Shipping labels reading

Dockyard system

Handheld tablet use

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line is hiring a Dockworker to load and unload freight efficiently while meeting safety and DOT guidelines. The role supports warehouse operations and ensures accurate, on-time deliveries for our customers.

Ideal candidates can read shipping labels, operate a forklift or pallet jack, and use yard management systems to monitor location. Physical stamina and readiness to work varied shifts are essential to succeed in this role.