Non-CDL Dockworker - Full Time

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in transportation is seeking dedicated Dockworkers to join their team. In this vital role, you will safely load, unload, and move shipments across service center docks, primarily using forklifts. The position offers various shifts to accommodate customer needs. As a full-time employee, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Join a company that values safety and performance, and be part of a team that ensures efficient freight handling and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Company paid life insurance

Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Paid vacation

Uniforms

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate forklifts and handle freight efficiently.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers and move freight across the terminal dock.
• Inspect equipment for defects and ensure safe operating conditions.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Freight Handling

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Mechanical Freight Handling Equipment

Job description

AAA Cooper Transportation, founded in 1955, is an asset based multi-regional trucking company providing less-than-truckload, truck load, dedicated contract carriage, brokerage and international services. With directly operated facilities in the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest and Puerto Rico and partners carriers with coverage into Canada, Mexico and across the globe, AAA Cooper Transportation can service nearly all transportation needs.

Position: Dockworker

Dockworkers will safely load, unload, and move our customers' shipments across our Service Centers docks to meet the requirements of our customers' shipments primarily using forklifts. This position could offer a variety of shifts to accomplish the task of meeting our customer's needs.

As a full-time AAA Cooper Transportation employee, you will enjoy benefits such as:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Health Savings Account contributions
• 401k with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation
• Uniforms
• Weekly direct payroll deposits
• Safety and Performance Rewards Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Responsibilities:

• Load and unload trailers and move freight across the terminal dock, either individually or with assistance of co-worker, with or without mechanical freight handling equipment, as required.
• Load freight to and from dock and trailers according to specifications of Bills of Lading, delivery receipts, packaging labels, etc.
• Plan the loading of freight onto trailers to fully utilize available space and minimize the risk of damage.
• Hook and unhook trailers from tractors, including cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear.
• Inspect equipment for defects and safe operating condition as required by state/federal laws and AAA Cooper.
• Fuel trucks, tractors, and other company equipment.
• Clean, sweep and wash dock, trailers, yard, tractor and other work areas.
• Perform all other work related duties as assigned.

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Category: Dock