Forklift and Dock Operator — Driver Training Path to Class A

The Oak Harbor Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Oak Harbor Freight Lines is seeking Forklift Operators/Dock Workers to join our team in Phoenix. We offer a path to long-term, stable employment with opportunities for growth within a family-owned transportation company.

You will safely load/unload trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks, manage shipment paperwork, and help regroup and route freight. Strong emphasis on reliability, flexibility with shifts, and readiness to develop toward a Class A driver program.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic English language proficiency (reading, writing and verbal) is required.
• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Previous warehouse or like experience strongly preferred.
• Forklift experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience using tools, machines, and special equipment: hand truck, four-wheel dock cart, pallet jack, barrel truck, dock plates, load locks and/or rope is preferred.
• Experience in an LTL operation preferred.
• Opportunity to become a Class A driver by becoming part of our Driver training program.
• Opportunity to become a full-time dock worker.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks within specified timelines.
• Note and record exception in count or condition of shipments to minimize cargo claims.
• Manage paperwork: check accuracy and completion of delivery receipts, bills of lading, trailer manifests, counting freight, accuracy of hazardous material shipments, special loading and handling instructions.
• Regroup shipments as needed.
• Meet the Company's reliability standard for employees.
• Be available to work various shifts during the week to accommodate business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

Basic English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Dock plates

Load locks

Job description

Oak Harbor Freight Lines is seeking Forklift Operators/Dock Workers to join our team in Phoenix. We offer a path to long-term, stable employment with opportunities for growth within a family-owned transportation company.

You will safely load/unload trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks, manage shipment paperwork, and help regroup and route freight. Strong emphasis on reliability, flexibility with shifts, and readiness to develop toward a Class A driver program.