Dock Worker

Our company is currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Dock Worker / Forklift Operator. Our Dockworkers successfully load and unload freight throughout the shift using a forklift in a safe, efficient manner. Will perform work associated with warehousing, material handling, and other related duties as assigned. Dockworkers are critical members of our team; they help to accurately deliver our customer's freight and help keep our promises.

Day Shift - 8:00am to 4:30pm

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, 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 in a forklift 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, rewrap or stack freight as necessary.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
• Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-pace and deadline oriented.
• Perform other duties as assigned.