Forklift Operators / Dock Workers / Full-time

Oak Harbor Freight Lines, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading regional trucking company as a Forklift Operator/Dock Worker. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401K match. Responsibilities include loading/unloading trailers and managing shipment paperwork. Ideal candidates will have forklift experience and basic English proficiency.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K – 100% match up to 5%

Accrue 80 hours of PTO

Holiday pay after 90 days

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous warehouse or like experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts.
• Management of paperwork for deliveries and shipments.

Skills

Basic English

Arithmetic

Education

High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Hand Truck

Job description

Portland, OR, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00 AM

MON-FRI 0230am start

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?

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs.
• Employee-only coverage pays up to 2% of gross income.
• Family coverage pays up to 4% of gross income.
• 401K – 100% match up to 5% of employee’s 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.
• Basic English language proficiency (reading, writing and verbal) is required.
• Simple arithmetic, weight and/or measuring is required.
• A High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent is preferred.
• Previous warehouse or like experience preferred.
• Forklift experience is 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.