Dockworker FT $25.81/HR
$53,685–$53,685 year
On-siteIndianapolis, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Convey freight to and from trailers and storage areas by hand or with forklifts and hand trucks. Load and unload freight according to DOT requirements on and off trucks using hand trucks, dollies, or forklifts. Sort and secure items in position on trucks or on the dock to prevent damage. Process all paperwork daily associated with job execution. Read shipping labels, follow loading instructions, and perform simple mathematical calculations. Lift various materials including cartons, bags, cylinders, boxes, crates, drums, pipe, bars, and rugs. Operate common material handling tools such as banding machines, shrink wrap tubes, pallet jacks, and tow motors. Work in a safe and professional manner while complying with federal, state, and company regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum age of 18
- High School completion or equivalent
- Must pass a NON-Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen
- Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen
- Must receive a negative result on the drug screen
- Must have the ability to read and write the English language
- Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a frequent basis
- Must be able to lift 100+ lbs. on an infrequent basis
- Must consent to a ten-year check on work history
- Must indicate any gap of 30 days or more in work history
- Must be able to provide documentation for work history gaps
- Must be an at-will employee
- Must be physically capable of operating a forklift
- Must be physically capable of operating a pallet jack
- Must be physically capable of operating a load lock
- Must be physically capable of operating a two-wheel handcart
- Must be able to lift up, set down, slide or move weight unassisted that could exceed 80 pounds
- Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time
- Must have the ability to safely enter and exit trailers, vans, flatbeds, forklifts and tractors
- Must have the ability to work around and operate motorized equipment
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job as specified in the job description
- Must be able to perform essential functions in extreme hot or cold temperatures and dusty conditions
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