Dock Worker

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc.; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Retirement plan with company match

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio is seeking a Lead Dock Worker to oversee daily dock operations, ensure donations are handled safely and efficiently, and support store and warehouse logistics.

This full-time day-shift role requires tow-motor certification, the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Tow motor certification required.
• Safety-sensitive position with random drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to repeatedly stand, walk, lift up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support dock area operations.
• Ensure proper placement and categorization of donated goods in the warehouse.
• Fill donation orders for Goodwill retail stores.
• Load deliveries onto trucks at the loading dock.
• Operate tow motor safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Tow motor operation

Tools

Tow motor certification

Job description

Lead Dock Worker - Full-Time (Day Shift)

Canton, Ohio

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio is hiring a Lead Dock Worker to join our team. This is a full-time, day shift position with an excellent benefits package and the opportunity to support Goodwill's mission in our community.

Why Join Goodwill?

• Generous Paid Time Off - 3 weeks per calendar year
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance at a fraction of the premium cost
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Stable, mission-driven work environment

Position Summary

The Lead Dock Worker is responsible for the daily operation of the dock area, ensuring donations are handled efficiently, safely, and accurately. This role plays a key part in supporting store operations and warehouse logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and support dock area operations
• Ensure proper placement and categorization of donated goods in the warehouse
• Fill donation orders for Goodwill retail stores
• Load deliveries onto trucks at the loading dock
• Operate tow motor safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Basic Requirements

• Tow motor certification required
• This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during employment
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the role, including:
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping/bending, crouching/squatting
• Bilateral reaching at all levels; handling, fingering, fine fingering, and simple grasping
• Occasional sitting and kneeling
• Frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs.; occasional lifting/carrying 51-100 lbs.
• Frequent pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. at varying distances
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor conditions
• Steel-toe footwear required
• Background check required

Equal Opportunity Employer

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.