Dock Worker

Estes Express; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Estes Express is seeking a dock/yard associate to load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, or by hand at our service center in Kent, WA. The role requires attention to freight condition, proper strapping, and accurate records, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

You will perform pre/post shift equipment inspections, maintain attendance, and adapt to various duties as required in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Must be 17+ years of age.
• Experience in transportation industry preferred.
• Stable employment history preferred.
• Forklift operation experience or certification preferred.
• Able to push/pull a loaded pallet jack/hand truck with at least 70 lbs.
• Able to lift approximately 70 lbs. or more as needed.
• Ability to work all shifts, including overtime and weekends; dependable.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or by hand.
• Strap, brace and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting.
• Record the condition of freight on arrival at the service center.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspection of dock equipment.
• Attend work regularly and be dependable.
• Other duties as assigned to meet safety and operational needs.

Skills

Forklift experience

Forklift certification

Push/pull 70 lbs

Lifting 70 lbs

Shift flexibility

Teamwork

Reading safety rules

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Authorized to work in the United States

Job description

Job Summary:

• Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand
• Strap, brace and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting
• Responsible for accurately recording the condition of freight as it arrives at the service center
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspection of dock equipment
• Regular attendance is required.
• This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties and may not contain all mental and physical capabilities necessary to perform the job at all times due to circumstances. Operational, safety and other needs may require the employee to perform any and all other duties as assigned. Employees are expected, and must be able to perform all such duties and tasks.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
• Must be 17+ years of age
• Experience in the transportation industry preferred
• Stable employment history preferred
• Prior operation of a forklift or previous forklift certification preferred
• Must be able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
• Physical activities include: standing, walking, lifting, twisting, turning, etc.
• Must have the ability to work all shifts, including overtime and weekends; must be dependable
• Must be able to lift approximately 70 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job
• Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct
• Must be able to interact well with others
• Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting
• Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities
• Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations / procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift and/or move a minimum of 70 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to lift, twist, turn, and may climb. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and climb or balance.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.