AAA Cooper Transportation - Markham, IL
posted 19 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Markham, IL
Rail Transportation
About the position
The Non-CDL Dockworker position at AAA Cooper Transportation involves safely loading, unloading, and moving shipments across service center docks primarily using forklifts. This role is essential for meeting customer shipment requirements and may offer various shifts to accommodate operational needs.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload trailers and move freight across the terminal dock, either individually or with assistance of co-worker, with or without mechanical freight handling equipment, as required.
- Load freight to and from dock and trailers according to specifications of Bills of Lading, delivery receipts, packaging labels, etc.
- Plan the loading of freight onto trailers to fully utilize available space and minimize the risk of damage.
- Hook and unhook trailers from tractors, including cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear.
- Inspect equipment for defects and safe operating condition as required by state/federal laws and AAA Cooper.
- Fuel trucks, tractors, and other company equipment.
- Clean, sweep and wash dock, trailers, yard, tractor and other work areas.
- Perform all other work related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to operate forklifts and other mechanical freight handling equipment safely.
- Knowledge of loading and unloading procedures and safety regulations.
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
- Physical ability to lift heavy items and perform manual labor.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous experience in a dockworker or similar role.
- Familiarity with freight handling and logistics operations.
Benefits
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company Health Savings Account contributions
- 401k with company match
- Company paid life insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Wellness programs
- Paid Holidays
- Paid vacation
- Uniforms
- Weekly direct payroll deposits
- Safety and Performance Rewards Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
