Overnight Dock Operator – Growth & Benefits

One Dollar For Life; Pennsauken Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training and growth opportunities

Job summary

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring accuracy and safety across trailers. The role emphasizes using forklifts and manual handling techniques to secure cargo and prevent damage.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, knowledge of DOT guidelines, and the ability to operate a dock yard management system and handheld tablet while meeting delivery schedules.

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of safe lifting and transporting procedures.
• Knowledge of freight movement forms (shipping orders, manifests, freight bills).
• Ability to monitor shipment locations with dock yard management system.
• Must be available for work at all times to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Able to operate handheld tablet when needed.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually per DOT guidelines.
• Transport freight throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight locations.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and freight forms.
• Secure freight inside trailers using straps and airbags.
• Ensure the quality loading of all trailers.
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; deadline oriented.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Loading techniques

Dock Yard System

Shipping forms

Safety procedures

English proficiency

Equipment handling

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Dock Yard Management System

Job description

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring accuracy and safety across trailers. The role emphasizes using forklifts and manual handling techniques to secure cargo and prevent damage.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, knowledge of DOT guidelines, and the ability to operate a dock yard management system and handheld tablet while meeting delivery schedules.