Dock Worker​/Forklift Operator -Part Time; Afternoon

Job Summary

The dockworker must efficiently load and unload freight, ensuring that the correct items are placed on the right trucks. Safety is paramount. Dock workers use equipment like forklifts and manual techniques to handle materials and secure freight with airbags, cardboard, straps, etc. Their work 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 various loading techniques such as loading tight or cross loading.
• Transport freight continuously throughout the service center on non‑forgiving surfaces.
• Utilize the 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.
• Ensure quality loading of all trailers and secure freight inside trailers using pallets, straps, rope, etc.
• Maintain frequent contact with service center personnel; work fast‑paced and deadline oriented.

Education: High school degree or equivalent.

Experience: Must have working knowledge of safe and efficient lifting and transporting procedures, freight transportation procedures, and loading techniques including loading tight and cross loading. Familiarity with freight movement forms and the Dock Yard Management System is required. Must be able to operate a handheld tablet.

Must be available for work at all times to meet customer pickup and delivery schedules and must be able to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

The physical demands include: standing for up to 8 hours per shift on non‑forgiving surfaces; sitting on a forklift for up to 8 hours per shift; walking for up to 8 hours on potentially wet, slippery surfaces; frequent squatting, bending, stooping, or kneeling; climbing on and off forklifts; moving and lifting freight up to 500 lbs; pushing and pulling freight up to 100 lbs;

and hearing and speaking in noisy environments.

Employees will work in and around others while loading and unloading, in enclosed vehicles and trailers, and in various weather conditions. Noise levels can range from quiet to loud, with lighting conditions varying from very bright to low light. The work may involve exposure to the elements, noise, and odors.

As a full‑time member of our family, you and your family are eligible to receive:

• Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee‑only coverage
• Vision & Dental
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career

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).