Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

Dayton Freight Lines; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 27,219 - 38,767; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan, Company Match

Quick advancement

Stable and growing organization

Job summary

Dayton Freight Lines is seeking a Dock Worker in Mount Vernon, IL, to load and unload freight safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will be at least 18 years old, possess basic math skills, and be fluent in English. This role includes responsibilities such as completing pre and post trip inspections and participating in training programs. The position offers a starting pay of $23.95 per hour and includes benefits such as a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to pass a drug screen.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight safely and productively.
• Complete pre and post trip inspections on dock equipment.
• Document all freight control processes.
• Participate in training and improvement programs.

Skills

Basic math skills

Fluent in English

Job description

Overview

• Stable and growing organization
• Pay beginning at $23.95 per hour
• Quick advancement
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• 401(k) plan, Company Match

Responsibilities

As a Dock Worker, you will load and unload freight in a productive, safe and claims‑free manner. Although DFL Dock Workers do not work inside a warehouse, you must maximize space when loading freight.

• Complete pre and post trip inspections on all dock equipment
• Properly document all freight control processes
• Participate in Dayton Freight’s training and improvement programs
• Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
• Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual

Qualifications

• 18 years of age
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Legally eligible to work in the United States

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with dock and inspection operations, including ascending and descending from forklifts, operating forklifts and handling freight and related equipment. Duties may involve standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, climbing, and entering trailers, with regular use of scanners and computer systems.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Stable and growing organization
• Pay beginning at $23.95 per hour
• Quick advancement
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• 401(k) plan, Company Match