Dock Worker​/Forklift Operator - Part Time

Job Summary

Dockworker to efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring correct items are placed on the right trucks. Safety is paramount, and Dock Workers use equipment like forklifts and manual techniques to handle materials. Proper securing of freight with airbags and cardboard, as well as using straps, is crucial to prevent damage during transport. The dock worker position directly impacts the reliability of deliveries to customers.

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a motorized forklift, pallet jack, or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Use loading techniques such as loading tight or cross loading.
• Transport self and/or freight continuously throughout the service center on non‑forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize Dock Yard Management System to monitor freight shipment locations.
• Read and interpret shipping labels and complete 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 pallets, straps, rope or other appropriate tools.
• Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel in a fast‑pace and deadline‑oriented environment.

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures.
• Knowledge of different loading techniques such as loading tight and cross loading.
• Familiarity with freight movement forms and ability to complete them.
• Ability to use the dock yard management system for consistent monitoring of shipment locations.
• Availability to work at all times to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules.
• Ability to operate a hand‑held tablet when needed.

• Read, write, and speak English.
• Stand for up to 8 hours per shift, 5–7 days per week on non‑forgiving surfaces.
• Sit on a forklift up to 8 hours per shift.
• Walk up to 8 hours a day on non‑forgiving surfaces, sometimes wet or slippery.
• Perform frequent squatting to move freight.
• Climb on and off a forklift and maneuver in small spaces.
• Load and unload full trailers of freight weighing as much as 500 lbs.
• Frequent pulling and pushing of freight up to 100 lbs.
• Perform visual inspections of forklift components.
• Reach for freight at waist, shoulder, or below waist level.
• Lift objects weighing up to 100 lbs. using OSHA guidelines.
• Use cognitive skills for observation, memory, and safety logic.
• Work a variety of shifts to meet customer schedules.
• Work in hot or cold climates and tolerate noise, odors, and low light conditions.

Employees may work with or around others while loading and unloading, in enclosed vehicles and trailers, exposed to all weather conditions, noise levels ranging from quiet to loud, and varying lighting conditions.

• Great Health Benefits including a zero premium medical plan for employee‑only coverage.
• Vision and Dental plans.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Flex Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) 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.
• Career advancement through a promote‑from‑within philosophy.

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 gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).