POSITION OVERVIEW:
Transport freight across dock area to/from trailers for loading to trailers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
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Verify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials), using current electronic or manual system.
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Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
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Recoup/repair damaged freight when necessary.
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Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
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Assist customers with freight and freight documentation as needed.
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Perform hostling duties if required.
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Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
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Perform other duties as required.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
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Must be at least 18 years of age.
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Prior experience in warehousing, freight handling and/or fork lift operations preferred.
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If hostler/yard mule duties required, experience preferred.
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Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
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Basic written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more.
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Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift.
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Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
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Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Dock environment; exposure to varied weather conditions, exhaust, fumes, dust, noise.
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Hours may vary due to operational need.
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Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-paced, deadline oriented.
