Dock Worker

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Grapevine, TX is seeking a Lead Dockworker to blend hands-on forklift work with leadership responsibilities, driving daily warehouse performance and digital inventory tracking.

The role involves guiding dock workflow, training newer associates, ensuring safety, and coordinating with dispatch via mobile apps and email. Schedule is Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, with occasional Saturday support during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of forklift experience (Sit-down, Stand-up, or Reach).
• Comfortable using smartphones, apps, and basic computer software (Outlook/Excel).
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to send clear, professional email updates.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, and stage freight with precision.
• Use smartphone apps, email, and computer systems to track shipments and communicate with dispatch.
• Guide dock workflow, ensure safety protocols are followed, and assist in training newer associates.
• Act as the go-to person on the floor to resolve loading discrepancies or logistical hurdles.

Skills

Forklift mastery

Tech proficiency

Communication

Reliability

Flexibility

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Job Opportunity: Lead Dockworker (Logistics)

Location: Grapevine, TX

Shift: M-F 8am-5pm

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a high-energy, tech-savvyDockworker to join a fast-paced logistics operation in Grapevine. This isn't just a forklift job; we are looking for someone with the potential to lead and can bridge the gap between physical warehouse operations and digital inventory management.

If you are a self-starter with a sharp eye for detail and the drive to step into a leadership role, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Expert Operations: Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, and stage freight with precision.

• Digital Workflow: Use smartphone applications, email, and computer systems to track shipments and communicate with dispatch.

• Team Leadership: Guide dock workflow, ensure safety protocols are followed, and assist in training newer associates.

• Problem Solving: Act as the go-to person on the floor to resolve loading discrepancies or logistical hurdles.

What You Bring to the Table

• Forklift Mastery: Minimum of 5 years of consistent forklift experience (Sit-down, Stand-up, or Reach).

• Tech Proficiency: Comfortable using smartphones, apps, and basic computer software (Outlook/Excel).

• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills; ability to send clear, professional email updates.

• Reliability: You are a self-starter who doesn't need to be micromanaged.

• Flexibility: Willingness to support the team on occasional Saturdays during quarter-end pushes.

Schedule & Requirements

• Standard Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm.

• Overtime: Flexibility is required for Saturday support during peak quarter-end periods.

• Leadership Track: Previous experience as a Lead/SITL is a plus, but we are also open to experienced associates ready to take the next step in their career.