Forklift Operator / Part Time

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc.; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc. is seeking dependable Forklift Operators/Dock Workers for part-time roles at our Medford, OR dock. You will load/unload freight, move pallets, and help maintain accurate shipment records in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have forklift experience, basic math skills, and the ability to work well in a team. Safe handling, punctuality, and adaptability to varying shift schedules are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift experience strongly preferred.
• Basic English language proficiency (reading, writing, verbal) required.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks within specified timelines.
• Record exceptions in count or condition of shipments to minimize cargo claims.
• Manage paperwork: delivery receipts, bills of lading, trailer manifests, and related documentation.
• Regroup shipments as needed and maintain accurate cargo counts.
• Meet the company's reliability standards for employees.
• Be available to work various shifts during the week to accommodate business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Dock plates

Hand truck

Job description

Forklift Operators / Dock Workers / Part Time

Join the Oak Harbor Freight Lines family, where success and tradition meet in a regional trucking story spanning over a century. With 110 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?

We are looking for a dependable, safety-focused Forklift Operator to load, unload, and move freight efficiently while preventing damage. The ideal candidate has forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work well with a team in a fast-paced dock environment.

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.

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Oak Harbor Freight Lines is an Equal Opportunity Employer