Dockworker & Forklift Operator

Daylight Transport; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Daylight Transport in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a dockworker to ensure efficient freight movement and adherence to dock safety procedures. You will operate forklifts or manual handling to load and unload trailers while following SOPs for paperwork and cleanliness.

Candidates must be forklift certified and able to read instructions; high school diploma or GED preferred; strong English communication; ability to lift 50+ pounds; regular safety meetings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be forklift certified.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Pre-tripping forklifts.
• Pre-loading and posting unloading trailer inspections.
• Safely unloading freight from trailers either using a forklift or manually.
• Safely loading freight into trailers either using a forklift or manually.
• Ensuring that freight moved matches all aspects of the associated movement bill or cross dock.
• Complying with all aspects of dock paperwork procedures while moving freight.
• Attending all regularly scheduled safety meetings.
• Attending all regularly scheduled training meetings.
• Ensuring that the dock and associated areas are kept clean.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and safe environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

GED

Job description

Daylight Transport in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a dockworker to ensure efficient freight movement and adherence to dock safety procedures. You will operate forklifts or manual handling to load and unload trailers while following SOPs for paperwork and cleanliness.

Candidates must be forklift certified and able to read instructions; high school diploma or GED preferred; strong English communication; ability to lift 50+ pounds; regular safety meetings.