Dock Worker / Forklift Operator | Saturday-Tuesday, 5Pm Start | $27.85

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a dedicated Dockworker in Gauteng, South Africa to handle freight loading and unloading tasks. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and knowledge of safe lifting procedures. Responsibilities include using forklifts, ensuring safety protocols, and communicating effectively with team members. The job requires physical stamina and the ability to work in various environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures and noise.

Qualifications

• Must have working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Must be available for work at all times to meet customer schedules.
• Ability to operate hand-held tablet when needed.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift or pallet jack.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools.
• Maintain contact with service center personnel.

Skills

Safe lifting and transporting procedures

Freight transportation procedures

Loading techniques (tight and cross loading)

Reading, writing, and speaking English

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Tools

Dock Yard Management System

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and detail‑oriented individual to join the OD Family as a Dockworker.

This role is vital to ensuring the safe, efficient loading and unloading of freight, as well as supporting overall warehouse and material handling operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and be team driven.

As a critical part of our team, you will help uphold our promise of delivering customer freight accurately and on time, contributing to the success of the OD Family culture.

Job Summary

The dockworker must efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring that the correct items are placed on the right trucks.

Safety is paramount, and dock workers use equipment like forklifts and manual techniques to handle materials.

Proper securing of freight with airbags and cardboard, as well as using straps, is crucial to prevent damage during transport.

The dock worker position directly impacts the reliability of deliveries to customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Use various loading techniques, such as loading tight or cross loading.
• Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non‑forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to consistently monitor freight shipment locations throughout the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels.
• Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete, the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.
• Hand‑load, re‑wrap or stack freight as necessary.
• Ensure the quality loading of all trailers.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g., pallets, straps, rope).
• Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel; fast‑paced and deadline oriented.
• Employees are expected and must be able to perform all duties and tasks assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Education: High school degree or equivalent.
• Must have working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Must have working knowledge of procedures surrounding all aspects of freight transportation.
• Must have knowledge of different loading techniques such as loading tight and cross loading.
• Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete, the various forms utilized in freight movement such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms.
• Ability to utilize the Dock Yard Management System to monitor shipment locations as freight moves through the various terminals.
• Must be available for work at all times in order to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Must have the ability to properly operate hand‑held tablet when needed.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Physical Demands

• Standing on non‑forgiving surfaces such as concrete, wood, or metal for up to 8 hours per shift, 5–7 days per week.
• Sitting on a forklift for up to 8 hours per shift, 5–7 days per week.
• Walking up to 8 hours per day on non‑forgiving surfaces, sometimes wet and slippery.
• Bending, stooping or kneeling frequently to handle, position and secure freight.
• Climbing to get onto and off of a forklift many times throughout the day; moving easily in small spaces to adjust freight.
• Moving and lifting materials: load and unload full trailers of freight weighing as much as lbs. (with or without a dolly or cart).
• Pushing and pulling freight with or without assistance up to lbs.
• Reaching for freight at waist level, shoulder height, or below waist.
• Lifting objects up to lbs. using OSHA guidelines and proper techniques.
• Using left or right hand, or both, to manage forklift entry, shrink wrap, pallet jacks, tablets, and other controls.
• Maintaining cognitive skills: paying attention to surrounding traffic, inspecting forklifts and manifests, short‑ and long‑term memory for safety procedures.
• Visual and auditory processing to inspect forklifts, listen for horns, and scan work areas for debris.
• Working varied shifts to meet customer pick‑up and delivery schedules; ability to work in extreme temperatures, noise, and odor conditions.
• Attendance is a requirement.

Work Environment

Employees will be exposed to various work environments, including loading and unloading areas, enclosed vehicles or trailers, all weather conditions, varying noise levels, and extreme lighting conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.

Working Days

Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday.