Part-Time Forklift Dockworker - Evening Shifts

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.; Watertown, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc. in Watertown, SD is hiring immediately for a Part-time Dockworker. The role involves loading and unloading freight in a cross-dock environment using forklifts, jacks, and carts, ensuring shipments are properly secured and documented.

Responsibilities include measuring and re-weighing freight, inspecting for damage, and documenting discrepancies. Onboarding, background screening, and forklift training are required. Training and shift patterns vary by business needs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must complete onboarding including drug screening and background review.
• Must complete new hire training including forklift driving tests.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight in a cross-dock environment with forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.
• Manually hand load, recoup, stack, and unstack shipments as necessary.
• Utilize proper loading techniques and equipment, such as logistic bars, logistic straps, dunnage, and airbags.
• Operate company IT equipment within policy to ensure proper movement of freight.
• Dimension and re-weigh freight to maintain compliance and accuracy.
• Inspect freight for damage upon arrival and departure, accurately document any discrepancies, and report issues via the appropriate channels.
• Read, write, and understand shipping labels, manifests, freight bills, and internal company forms.
• Perform proper inspections of company equipment.
• Exhibit professional conduct and represent the company in a positive manner with customers and team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Job description

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc. in Watertown, SD is hiring immediately for a Part-time Dockworker. The role involves loading and unloading freight in a cross-dock environment using forklifts, jacks, and carts, ensuring shipments are properly secured and documented.

Responsibilities include measuring and re-weighing freight, inspecting for damage, and documenting discrepancies. Onboarding, background screening, and forklift training are required. Training and shift patterns vary by business needs.