Dock Technician: Safe Freight Loading & Unloading

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental

Disability insurance

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Internal promotion

National opportunities

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight and support safe warehouse operations in our service centers. The role emphasizes accurate loading, proper securing of cargo, and adherence to DOT guidelines.

You will operate forklifts and handheld devices, read shipping labels, and use yard management systems to track freight locations. A strong work ethic and teamwork are essential to keep deliveries on time.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Familiarity with freight paperwork such as shipping orders and freight bills.
• Ability to operate a dock yard management system for tracking shipment locations.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods.
• Follow DOT guidelines and use proper loading techniques.
• Secure freight with straps, airbags, and other restraints.
• Read shipping labels and interpret freight movement forms.
• Maintain safe, efficient movement of materials within the service center.
• Operate hand-held tablet and monitor shipment locations with the Yard System.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Manual handling

Reading shipping labels

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dock Yard Management System

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight and support safe warehouse operations in our service centers. The role emphasizes accurate loading, proper securing of cargo, and adherence to DOT guidelines.

You will operate forklifts and handheld devices, read shipping labels, and use yard management systems to track freight locations. A strong work ethic and teamwork are essential to keep deliveries on time.