Dock Worker/Forklift Operator PT Outbound PM Job at Old Dominion Freight Line in

Overview

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Old Dominion is the home for you. We pride ourselves on a company culture that is open, promotes work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment. At Old Dominion we value our People and Family Spirit as key ingredients to 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.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Dockworker to join the OD Family. This role is vital to the safe, efficient loading and unloading of freight and to supporting warehouse and material handling operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a commitment to safety, and a team-driven mindset. As a critical part of our team, you will help uphold our promise of delivering customer freight accurately and on time.

Job Summary

The dockworker must efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring correct items are placed on the right trucks. Safety is paramount, and dock workers use equipment such as forklifts and manual handling techniques to move materials. Properly securing freight with airbags, cardboard, and using straps is crucial to prevent damage during transport. This role directly impacts the reliability of deliveries to customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack or manual methods in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines. Use various loading techniques including tight or cross loading.
• Transport self and/or freight throughout the service center on non-forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations within the service center.
• Read and interpret shipping labels. Familiarity with, and in some cases ability to complete, forms used 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.
• Ensure 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-paced and deadline oriented.
• This is not an all-inclusive list; employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Education:

• High school degree or equivalent

Experience:

• Working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Working knowledge of procedures surrounding all aspects of freight transportation.
• Knowledge of loading techniques such as loading tight and cross loading.
• Familiarity with and ability to complete the forms used 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 for monitoring shipment locations as freight moves through terminals.
• Must be available to work to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Ability to properly operate a handheld 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 the essential functions.

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Standing: up to 8 hours per shift, 5-7 days per week on non-forgiving surfaces such as concrete, wood, metal that may be wet or slippery.
• Sitting: on a forklift up to 8 hours per shift, 5-7 days per week.
• Moving/Walking: up to 8 hours a day on non-forgiving surfaces, sometimes wet or slippery.
• Bending/Stooping/Kneeling: frequent squatting to handle and secure freight.
• Climbing: getting onto/off of the forklift multiple times; moving in tight spaces to adjust freight.
• Moving Materials: ability to load/unload full trailers of freight up to 500 lbs, with or without dolly/cart, and handling heavy items as described.
• Pushing/Pulling: frequent pushing/pulling of freight up to 100 lbs and forklift components.
• Hearing/Speaking: must hear forklift horns and spoken instructions; able to inspect and communicate effectively.
• Reaching: frequent reaching for freight and forklift controls; ability to sweep work areas.
• Lifting: frequently lift objects up to 100 lbs following OSHA guidelines.
• Dexterity: operate forklift controls, wrap/unwrap shrink wrap, secure/unsecure pallets, use pallet jack or hand truck, and handle straps and airbags.
• Fine motor/ Cognitive skills: maintain awareness of surroundings, read manifests and tablets, and follow safety procedures.
• Other: ability to work various shifts to meet customer schedules; ability to work in extreme temperatures; ability to work in noisy and odor-present environments.
• Attendance is required.

Work Environment

The work environment may include loading and unloading in enclosed trailers, exposure to all weather conditions, and variable noise and lighting conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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

Working Days and Shift

Working Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Working Shift: AM / PM

Work Days and Shift are estimates and subject to change based on scheduling and business levels. This information is a guideline of expectations for the posting.

Compensation Range

Compensation range: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour.

Benefits

• 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 discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career
• Promotion from within philosophy
• National Career Opportunities at 260+ service centers

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 and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you have questions regarding this posting or require assistance with the application process, please contact us for more information.