Transportation Specialist - Dock Worker - Mt. Vernon, IN

ADM; Mount Vernon (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in river transportation seeks a Transportation Specialist | Dock Worker in Mt. Vernon, IN. This entry-level role involves cleaning barges, maintaining dock areas, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Ideal for those looking to start a career in transportation with comprehensive training and benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K/ESOP with matching contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Weekly Pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare barges for cleaning and maintain dock areas.
• Assist in training new Dock Workers.
• Communicate safety and maintenance issues effectively.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Transportation Specialist | Dock Worker

Location: Mt. Vernon, IN

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

Pay: $21/hour

Shift(s) Available: Includes an 8-hour shift. Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays with advance notice.

Why Join?

• Benefits start on the first day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Paid Vacation and Holidays — Immediate availability
• Paid sick leave
• 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouse, and Children
• Parental leave (paternity/maternity)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Weekly Pay
• Perks at work (discount program with several companies)

Summary

This entry-level position in our river transportation business involves gaining knowledge of the facility, performing tasks efficiently, and seeking process improvements. Dock workers are responsible for safely and efficiently cleaning barges and performing various assigned duties.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work in a fast-paced environment to prepare barges for cleaning, maintain dock areas and equipment, and perform housekeeping tasks.
• Assist in training new Dock Workers
• Participate in toolbox meetings
• Follow SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Execute work plans as scheduled
• Maintain and monitor dock equipment
• Collaborate with peers and management to improve operations and foster teamwork
• Communicate safety, quality, and maintenance issues effectively
• Identify and mitigate safety and environmental hazards
• Use computer systems for data entry related to safety, sanitation, and equipment
• Adhere to ADM's safety and environmental policies, aiming for a zero-injury culture
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Attend promptly and regularly
• Operate equipment such as trucks, rail cars, forklifts, and conveyors for loadout and unloading
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
• Effective communication skills in English (verbal and written)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in production or military environment preferred

On-the-Job Training:

• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training
• Participate in operational training, including equipment handling (e.g., forklifts, reach lifts)

Working Conditions:

• Ambient, non-air-conditioned environment with seasonal temperature variations
• Dust, moisture, odor, noise (may exceed 85 decibels), requiring PPE
• Required PPE includes uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harnesses as needed

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move, ascend/descend stairs, lift up to 55 pounds, and work at heights or in confined spaces
• Willingness to wear respirators and traverse distances during shifts

Work Hours:

• Overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift flexibility required
• 8-hour rotating shifts, typically Monday-Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm, with some Saturdays

ADM conducts background checks. Pay may vary based on experience and location. Employment is at-will, with potential pay modifications.

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