Freight Dock Loader & Equipment Operator

Old Dominion Freight Line; White Pine (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision & Dental

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Training and growth opportunities

Promote from within

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated Dockworker in White Pine, TN. You will load and unload freight, operate forklifts and hand trucks, and help secure cargo while following DOT guidelines.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and reliability to support on-time deliveries for our OD family of customers. As part of a team, you will read and interpret labels, manage shipping forms, and assist with yard operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Knowledge of forms used in freight movement and shipping paperwork.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Availability to work varied shifts to meet customer pickups and deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, or manually.
• Apply loading techniques including tight loading and cross loading.
• Move freight across service center and monitor locations using yard management systems.
• Read shipping labels and complete freight movement forms as needed.
• Secure freight inside trailers with straps, airbags, and cardboard.
• Ensure quality loading of all trailers and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Safe lifting

Freight handling

Reading labels

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking a dedicated Dockworker in White Pine, TN. You will load and unload freight, operate forklifts and hand trucks, and help secure cargo while following DOT guidelines.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and reliability to support on-time deliveries for our OD family of customers. As part of a team, you will read and interpret labels, manage shipping forms, and assist with yard operations.