Old Dominion Freight Lineposted 9 months ago
Full-time
Houston, TX
10,001+ employees
Truck Transportation

About the position

Old Dominion Freight Line is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Dockworkers. In this role, you will be responsible for loading and unloading freight throughout your shift, utilizing both forklifts and manual methods to ensure safe and efficient operations. As a Dockworker, you will play a crucial role in our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our customers, helping to maintain our reputation as a premier transportation solutions provider. You will be expected to perform various tasks associated with warehousing and material handling, contributing to the overall success of our operations. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, as you may be required to work third shifts, evenings, weekends, and some holidays. Your efforts will directly impact our ability to meet customer expectations and uphold our promises. In addition to loading and unloading freight, you will be tasked with using various loading techniques, such as tight loading and cross loading, to maximize efficiency. You will transport yourself and freight throughout the service center using a forklift, navigating non-forgiving surfaces. Familiarity with our Dock Yard Management System will be necessary to monitor freight shipment locations accurately. You will also need to read and interpret shipping labels and complete various forms related to freight movement, ensuring compliance with company policies and governmental regulations. Your role will involve frequent interaction with service center personnel in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment, and you may be assigned additional duties as needed.

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 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.
  • Complete 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).
  • Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel; work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High School Degree or equivalent preferred.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English.
  • Previous forklift experience a plus.
  • Able to complete company and governmental forms and comprehend written company policies and governmental regulations.
  • Ability to properly operate hand held mini-computer when needed.
  • Must be able to have a flexible work schedule in order to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.

Benefits

  • Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
  • 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
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