AAA Cooper Transportation - Houston, TX
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Houston, TX
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 full-time 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 work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
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
