Overnight Dock & Forklift Operator - Full-Time

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.; Pendergrass (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k retirement plan with companymatch

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is hiring a Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring items are placed correctly on trucks while prioritizing safety.

The role uses forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling, with attention to securing cargo and accurate handling of shipping labels and paperwork. The position supports warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment, requiring reliability, adherence to DOT guidelines, and the ability to work with service center teams to

Qualifications

• Education: High school degree or equivalent.
• Experience with safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Knowledge of freight movement forms such as shipping orders, freight bills and exception forms.
• Ability to utilize dock yard management system and handheld tablet.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, or manual methods in line with DOT guidelines.
• Apply loading techniques and ensure proper securing of freight in trailers.
• Move and transport personnel and freight throughout the service center.
• Monitor freight locations using the Dock Yard Management System and read shipping labels.
• Assist with freight forms and documentation as required.
• Ensure quality loading of trailers and secure freight with pallets, straps, and airbags.

Skills

Safe lifting procedures

Freight handling

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dock Yard Management System

Handheld tablet

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is hiring a Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring items are placed correctly on trucks while prioritizing safety.

The role uses forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual handling, with attention to securing cargo and accurate handling of shipping labels and paperwork. The position supports warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment, requiring reliability, adherence to DOT guidelines, and the ability to work with service center teams to