Dock Worker - Dayton

Summary

Assist in loading and unloading trucks and handling merchandise in a safe and organized manner. Operates non-driving equipment such as a Big Joe and material handling carts.

• Unloads or loads trucks at dock.
• Helps to load trucks on pick-up routes.
• Sorts merchandise into containers for processing and distribution.
• May operate a Big Joe as required.
• Maintains a clean and safe working area.
• Model excellent customer service both internally and externally.
• Effectively utilize email and telephone, if applicable, to ensure communications are read and responded to in an appropriate timeframe.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Comply with all Agency policies, procedures and safety standards throughout work areas and maintain same to meet CARF, HIPAA, Department of Labor and other regulatory standards.

• None.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred but not required..

Experience operating a pallet jack, two-wheel dollies and four-wheel carts..

Big Joe experience preferred but not required..

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Driver’s license not required. Must have reliable transportation.

Must be able to pass a background check and random drug screens, that include marijuana in all forms.

Ability to read and interpret safety documents, instructions, and manuals.

• Load/unload various merchandise including clothing, household goods, furniture and appliances.
• Operate pallet jacks, two-wheel dollies and Big Joe (if needed).
• Sort and pack merchandise for safe storage or transport.
• Basic knowledge of dock operations and equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly lift up to 10 lbs.; frequently up to 25 lbs.; occasionally up to 50 lbs.

Regular walking, standing, reaching, and handling equipment.

Must have adequate vision and hearing to perform tasks safely.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasional work outdoors or exposure to minor electrical hazards.

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job and/or apply for the position, absent undue hardship.

This job description is not to be interpreted as an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform additional job- related tasks as assigned, subject to reasonable accommodation.

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