Dock Equipment Operator

2 weeks ago


Seattle, Washington, United States Estes Express Full time
Job Summary

As a Dock Worker at Estes Express, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently loading and unloading freight using a variety of equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks. You will also be responsible for strapping, bracing, and padding freight to prevent damage or shifting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck, or by hand
  • Strap, brace, and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting
  • Accurately record the condition of freight as it arrives at the terminal
  • Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of dock equipment
  • Regular attendance is required

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
  • 18+ years of age
  • Experience in the transportation industry preferred
  • Stable employment history preferred
  • Prior operation of a forklift or previous forklift certification preferred
  • Ability to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
  • Physical activities include: standing, walking, lifting, twisting, turning, etc.
  • Ability to work all shifts, including overtime and weekends; must be dependable
  • Ability to lift approximately 70 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job
  • Ability to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures, and Code of Conduct
  • Ability to interact well with others
  • Ability to work independently, or in a team setting
  • Ability to work under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities

Physical Demands:

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift and/or move a minimum of 70 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to lift, twist, turn, and may climb. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and climb or balance.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Estes Express values a diverse workforce and affirmatively promotes a company culture that embraces the concept that outcomes are improved when our workforce is made up of people with different viewpoints. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Come find your new career at Work4Estes.com. Applications are accepted online only through this website. If you need an accommodation to apply, call the number on the website.

Pay Range: $26.15 - $29.15 / hour



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