Freight Dock Specialist

Old Dominion Freight Line

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 28,000

Part time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits
Vision and Dental
Short/Long term disability
401k retirement plan
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line in Baton Rouge seeks a dock worker to load/unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and secure cargo for transport. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy in paperwork, and timely handling to ensure on-time deliveries.

Candidates should be able to read shipping labels, use the yard management system, and work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced service center environment.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
  • Experience with safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
  • Familiarity with freight forms such as shipping orders and manifests.
  • Ability to operate a dock yard management system and handheld tablets.
  • Availability to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, or manually.
  • Secure freight inside trailers with straps, airbags, and cardboard.
  • Monitor freight locations using the Dock Yard Management System.
  • Read shipping labels and complete freight movement forms as needed.
  • Assist with proper stacking, wrapping, and rewrapping of freight.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and ensure delivery reliability.
  • Follow DOT guidelines and safety procedures during loading/unloading.

Skills

Forklift operation
Loading/unloading freight
Safety compliance
Reading shipping docs
Warehouse procedures
English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dock Yard Management System
Tablet computer
Pallet jack

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line in Baton Rouge seeks a dock worker to load/unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and secure cargo for transport. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy in paperwork, and timely handling to ensure on-time deliveries.

Candidates should be able to read shipping labels, use the yard management system, and work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced service center environment.

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