Dockworker & Forklift Operator: Precision Loading & Safety

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision and dental insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401k with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. in Illinois is seeking a Dockworker to load and unload freight, operate forklifts, and assist in general warehouse duties. You will be responsible for safe handling, accurate placement on trucks, and maintaining quality loading practices to protect shipments.

The role requires reading shipping labels, following DOT guidelines, and using the dock yard management system to track freight locations. A high school diploma and availability for varied shifts are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Familiarity with freight documentation like shipping orders and freight bills.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping labels.
• Ability to use a dock yard management system to monitor shipment locations.
• Willingness to work varied shifts and meet customer pickup/delivery schedules.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with DOT guidelines.
• Apply proper loading techniques to secure freight and maximize space.
• Move freight within the service center and monitor locations via the dock yard system.
• Read shipping labels and complete required freight movement forms.
• Ensure quality loading of all trailers and secure freight inside trailers with straps or airbags.
• Communicate with service center staff and meet deadlines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Shipping labels

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dock Yard Management System

Handheld tablet

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. in Illinois is seeking a Dockworker to load and unload freight, operate forklifts, and assist in general warehouse duties. You will be responsible for safe handling, accurate placement on trucks, and maintaining quality loading practices to protect shipments.

The role requires reading shipping labels, following DOT guidelines, and using the dock yard management system to track freight locations. A high school diploma and availability for varied shifts are required.