Dock Worker / Forklift Operator Job at Old Dominion Freight Line in Bloomington

Overview

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Old Dominion is the home for you. We pride ourselves on putting our People and our Family Spirit first as the main ingredients of our success. We are looking for individuals to join the OD Family who will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.

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, rewrap or stack freight as necessary.
• Insure the quality loading of all trailers.
• 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.
• This is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities and duties. 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 permitting consistent monitoring of 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

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 essential functions.

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Stand for up to 8 hours per shift, 5-7 days per week on non-forgiving surfaces such as concrete, wood, metal that are sometimes wet and slippery.
• May sit on a forklift up to 8 hours per shift 5-7 days per week.
• Walk up to 8 hours a day on non-forgiving surfaces; may involve moving on wet and slippery surfaces.
• Frequent squatting to handle, position and secure freight; bending/stooping/kneeling as required.
• Climb onto/off of the forklift and move in small spaces to adjust freight.
• Ability to move heavy freight; lifting up to 100 lbs frequently and up to 500 lbs with equipment.
• Push/pull freight and equipment up to 100 lbs; operate forklift components and related tools.
• Visual and auditory abilities necessary to inspect equipment and heed warnings; read bills of lading, manifests, tablets, and order numbers.
• Frequent reaching to access freight, forklift controls and securing materials; workplace may include debris and varied floor conditions.
• Ability to operate handheld devices, pallets jacks, shrink wrap equipment, and relevant safety tools.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts and times to meet customer schedules; able to work in extreme temperatures and in noisy and odorous environments.
• Attendance is required.

Work Environment

The work environment may include working around others while loading/unloading, driving in enclosed vehicles or trailers, exposure to all weather conditions, variable noise levels, and variable lighting conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This list of duties is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as needed by management.

Working Days and Shift

Working Days: Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Working Shift: AM / PM

Work Days and Shift are estimates and may change based on scheduling and business levels. This is a guideline of expectations at the time of posting.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour. Actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Vision & Dental
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career
• We prioritize our OD family of employees
• Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
• National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

Equal Opportunity

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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