Forklift Operator / Dock Worker

Oak Harbor Freight Lines; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading regional trucking company as a Forklift Operator/Dock Worker in Washington. Enjoy benefits like medical coverage, PTO, and a 401K match while playing a crucial role in managing shipments safely and efficiently. With over a century of legacy, our company offers a welcoming environment for those ready to advance their careers.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision plans

401K match of 100% on the first 5% contribution

Accrue 80 hours of PTO within 11 months

Holiday pay after 90 days

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous warehouse experience strongly preferred.
• Forklift experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts and equipment.
• Manage paperwork related to shipments.
• Regroup shipments as needed.

Skills

Warehouse Experience

Forklift Operation

Communication

Arithmetic Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Hand Truck

Job description

Full Time, Monday - Friday, Start 4am

Join the Oak Harbor Freight Lines family, where success and tradition meet in a regional trucking story spanning over a century. With 107 years and counting of dedicated service across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and California, we are more than just a company – we are a legacy. We are on the lookout for individuals who are ready to drive their careers forward as part of our team of Forklift Operators/Dock Workers. Are you ready to be a part of our journey?

• Medical, dental, vision – You choose which plan suits you and our family.
• Employee pays up to 2% of gross income.
• Family pays up to 4% of gross income.
• 401K match of 100% on the first 5% of your contribution.
• Accrue 80 hours of PTO within the first 11 months.
• Holiday pay after your 90 days.

Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old. A High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Previous warehouse or like experience strongly preferred.
• Forklift experience is strongly preferred.
• Simple arithmetic, weight and/or measuring is required.
• 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.
• The ability to communicate in a positive, effective manner with customers, co-workers, and dispatch/ managers.
• Experience in an LTL operation preferred.
• Basic English language proficiency (reading, writing and verbal) is required.

Oak Harbor Freight Lines is an Equal Opportunity Employer