DOCK HAND

SeniorAge; Seymour (CT); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

SeniorAge is seeking a Dock Hand to retrieve, transport, and load items between loading bays, storage areas, and production centers, including occasional delivery driving as needed. This safety‑sensitive role requires adherence to procedures, punctual attendance, and a valid driver’s license with a clean record.

The position emphasizes teamwork, careful handling of materials, and ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen/dining environment, with potential exposure to hazardous conditions.

Qualifications

• Completion of tenth grade required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, have a good driving record, and be 21 years of age or older.
• Food handlers certificate required; must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve, transport, and load items to and from loading bay, storage areas and production center in and out of shipping trailers.
• Assist with back-up meal delivery driving as needed.
• Adhere to safety procedures; follow verbal and written instructions; maintain clean, organized work areas.

Skills

Good judgment

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Team player

Safe driving techniques

Good attendance

Education

Completion of tenth grade

Job description

The Dock Hand is responsible for retrieving, transporting, and loading items to and from loading bay, storage areas and production center in and out of shipping trailers. This is a safety sensitive position. Hours will generally be Monday - Wednesday 7:00 am - 1:30 pm.PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING AND BACKGROUND CHECKS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION. SENIORAGE COMPLIES WITH THE FEDERAL DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988.EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSCompletion of tenth grade required.Must possess a valid driver's license, have a good driving record, and be 21 years of age or older. REQUIRED AS THIS POSITION WILL BE A BACK UP MEAL DELIVERY DRIVER ON A PER NEEDED BASIS.Food handlers certificate required; must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIESAbility to use good judgment and decision-making skills.Ability to pay close attention to detail.Ability to follow and verbal and written instruction.Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.Demonstrated understanding of safe technique skills for driving.Strong commitment to SeniorAge Mission, Vision and Values.as well as willingness to work on a collaborative team.Ability to keep consistent, regular, and punctual attendance by being at work on time and continuing until work assignments are complete.Normal working conditions in a kitchen/dining environment, may be exposed to hazardous conditions such as possible slippery floors, extreme temperatures, hot and cold products, and sharp objects.PHYSICAL CONTEXT AND WORK ENVIRONMENTPhysical Requirements/Percentage of Work Time Spent on Activity:75-100%:Seeing: Must be able to see well enough to read recipes, directions and use computer.Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with customers, vendors and employees.Standing/Walking: Must be able to move about department.Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to type and use equipment and electronic devices.Motor Coordination: Must be able to accurately gauge lengths of time and distance and have the ability to maintain focus.Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: Must be able to lift food items/products/boxes.Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Must be able to stoop or kneel to pick up items from the floor.Sitting: Must be able to sit for long periods of time.