Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-time

ABF Freight; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is a major LTL carrier with a long-standing history of service across North America. The Dock Worker role involves loading/unloading trailers, moving freight, operating a forklift or pallet jack, and utilizing mobile tech to complete paperwork.

This casual, hourly position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varied shifts. A pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical are required, with minimal travel and on-site work at various

Qualifications

• This is a casual position and employee must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and on an as-needed basis.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Have a stable work record.
• Have a good safety record.
• Be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and post-offer company physical.
• Shift days and hours required for this position vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wide varieties of freight for transit.
• Move cargo, drive a forklift or use a pallet jack or other freight handling equipment.
• Load and unload trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo.
• Effectively operate mobile technology.
• Complete all required paperwork.
• Equipment - Preventive Maintenance Program for all ABF equipment.
• Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Job description

Job Description

Dock Workers are responsible for loading and unloading trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo, moving cargo, driving a forklift, or using a pallet jack or other freight for transit. Effectively and efficiently operating mobile technology and completing all required paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare wide varieties of freight for transit.
• Move cargo, drive a forklift or use a pallet jack or other freight handling equipment.
• Load and unload trailers for the purpose of transporting a wide variety of cargo.
• Effectively operate mobile technology.
• Complete all required paperwork.
• Equipment - Preventive Maintenance Program for all ABF equipment.
• Actual duties and schedule may vary depending on terminal location.

Requirements

Additional Requirements:

• This is a casual position and employee must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and on an as-needed basis.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Have a stable work record.
• Have a good safety record.
• Be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and post-offer company physical.
• Shift days and hours required for this position vary by location and may include days, nights, and/or weekends. Being able to work the required hours at this location will be considered a minimum requirement.

Other Details

Work Hours:

• Schedule may vary depending on Service Center location.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal (0%-25%)

Compensation:

• This is a hourly position paid weekly.

About Us

ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 240 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.