Dockworker & Forklift Operator - Growth & Benefits

Old Dominion Freight Line; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental

401k plan

Training & growth

Promote from within

National career opportunities

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line in El Paso, TX, is hiring a Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight, secure cargo, and support warehouse operations. The role requires familiarity with loading techniques, DOT guidelines, and the use of yard management systems.

The position demands physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs, operate handheld tablets, and meet customer pickup/delivery schedules. Great benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Must know safe and efficient lifting procedures.
• Knowledge of procedures surrounding freight transportation.
• Familiarity with loading techniques such as loading tight and cross loading.
• Familiarity with forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders and freight bills.
• Ability to utilize the dock yard management system to monitor shipment locations.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods.
• Transport freight within the service center on various surfaces.
• Use Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight locations.
• Read shipping labels and complete freight movement forms.
• Hand load, rewrap, or stack freight as needed.
• Secure freight inside trailers with straps and airbags.
• Ensure quality loading of all trailers.
• Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Skills

Safe lifting

Freight transport knowledge

Loading techniques

Forms familiarity

Dock Yard System

Availability for all shifts

Tablet operation

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Dock Yard Management System

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line in El Paso, TX, is hiring a Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight, secure cargo, and support warehouse operations. The role requires familiarity with loading techniques, DOT guidelines, and the use of yard management systems.

The position demands physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs, operate handheld tablets, and meet customer pickup/delivery schedules. Great benefits and growth opportunities available.