Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - Part Time/Nights

Old Dominion Freight Line; Boonton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Dockworkers to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient loading and unloading of freight, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining a high standard of service. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing equipment like forklifts while ensuring accurate freight handling. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive company culture, this position offers a chance to contribute to a team that values its members and fosters career growth. Join a company that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and innovation in transportation solutions.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe lifting and transporting procedures.
• Understanding of freight transportation and loading techniques.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Complete shipping forms and maintain quality loading of trailers.

Skills

Safe lifting procedures

Freight transportation procedures

Loading techniques (tight and cross loading)

Completing freight movement forms

Operating handheld tablets

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Dock Yard Management System

Job description

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings, we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredients in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion, we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family who will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join the OD Family as a Dockworker. This role is vital to ensuring the safe, efficient loading and unloading of freight, as well as supporting overall warehouse and material handling operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and be team-driven. As a critical part of our team, you will help uphold our promise of delivering customer freight accurately and on time, contributing to the success of our OD Family culture.

Job Summary

The dockworker must efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring that the correct items are placed on the right trucks. Safety is paramount, and Dock Workers use equipment like forklifts and manual techniques to handle materials. Proper securing of freight with airbags and cardboard, as well as using straps, is crucial to prevent damage during transport. The dock worker position directly impacts the reliability of deliveries to customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines. Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
• Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels. Complete forms like shipping orders, manifests, freight bills, overage/damage reports, and exception forms as needed.
• Hand load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary.
• Ensure the quality loading of all trailers.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g., pallets, straps, rope).
• Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel; work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• This is not an all-inclusive list; employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and tasks.

Job Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• Knowledge of safe lifting and transporting procedures
• Understanding of freight transportation procedures
• Experience with loading techniques such as tight and cross loading
• Ability to complete freight movement forms
• Familiarity with yard management systems
• Availability to meet customer schedules
• Ability to operate handheld tablets

Physical Demands

The physical demands include:

• Reading, writing, speaking English
• Standing up to 8 hours per shift on non-forgiving surfaces
• Sitting on forklifts for up to 8 hours
• Walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, lifting objects up to 100 lbs., pushing/pulling freight, and using cognitive skills for safety and efficiency

Work Environment

Employees may work in various environments, including enclosed trailers, outdoors, and in different weather conditions, with exposure to noise and varying lighting conditions.

This list is not exhaustive and may be expanded as needed.

Working Days: Monday to Friday

Shift: PM (subject to change)

Join the OD Family Today! As a full-time employee, you and your family are eligible for benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), life insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and career growth opportunities.

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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