Dockworker and Forklift Operator

BSP Trans Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation policy

Holidays - 7 per year

Medical plan - company funded 75%

Vision

Life insurance - company paid

Short term disability - company paid

FSA/DCA

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

BSP Trans, Inc. is hiring for a Full-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator on the 3rd shift, starting at 2:00 AM in Bangor, ME. The role includes unloading/loading freight, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and maintaining safe, orderly dock operations.

Qualifications emphasize reliability, teamwork, and the ability to lift heavy items; a county background check is required during onboarding. Compensation begins at $23.00 per hour plus a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in a fast-paced warehouse or dock environment preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 70 lbs occasionally.
• Must complete a county-level background check during onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment.
• Load and unload trailers and secure freight inside trailers.
• Ensure freight is properly positioned and secured.
• Perform warehouse and dock operations following safety policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Freight handling

Safety awareness

Team communication

Math/calculations

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Position:Dockworker and Forklift Operator

Location: Bangor, ME

Job Id:4707

# of Openings:1

Dockworker and Forklift Operator 3rd Shift

Full-Time – Monday through Friday

3rd Shift – 2:00 AM Start
$23.00 Per Hour + $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

BSP Trans, Inc. has been providing the Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont areas with outstanding LTL transportation services since 1970. At BSP, our team consists of a six-terminal network across our coverage area to ensure swift deliveries for customers.

We are hiring immediately for a Full-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator – 3rd Shift position. This is a great opportunity for an experienced warehouse worker, freight handler, dock worker or forklift operator looking to join an established transportation company.

What you will do on a typical shift:

• Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other motorized or manual material-handling equipment
• Load and unload trailers while ensuring freight is properly positioned and secured
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and equipment
• Perform warehouse and dock operations while following company safety policies and procedures
• Work on a non-climate-controlled freight dock for extended periods of time, including conditions where surfaces may become slippery
• Safely lift, move and handle freight and other materials of various shapes, sizes and weights, including up to 50 lbs. frequently and over 70 lbs. occasionally
• Perform basic math and freight calculations with and without a calculator

What you need at a minimum to succeed at BSP:

• Strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented warehouse environment
• Strong communication skills and attention to safety and accuracy
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must successfully complete a county-level background check during the onboarding process

It would be great if you also have:

• Previous warehouse, dock worker or freight-handling experience
• Forklift experience, preferably in a transportation, freight or LTL (less-than-truckload) environment
• Experience loading and unloading trailers
• Experience operating pallet jacks or other material-handling equipment
• Strong attention to detail and a desire to succeed in a warehouse and transportation environment

Benefits for FT Employees Include:

• Generous Vacation Policy
• Holidays - 7 per year
• Medical Plan - 75% funded by company
• Vision
• Life insurancecompany paid
• Short Term Disabilitycompany paid
• FSA/DCA (flexible spending account/dependent care reimbursement account)
• 401(k) Plan with company match

Notice to Maine Applicants: As required by Maine law, applicants are notified that BSP Trans Inc., a Law Family Company, utilizes electronic monitoring, including security cameras and vehicle monitoring systems in company-owned equipment.

Proudly family-owned and operated since 1882. Discover more about our companies, culture, and commitment to our employees at https://lawfamilycompanies.com/about/

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test/physical, background check.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.