2Nd Shift Freight Dock Worker - (Part-Time)

Job Title: Dockworker- Freight Industry

Department: Operations - Dock

Reports To: Operations Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

LOCATION: Laredo, TX (By Laredo International Airport)

SHIFTS: Must be available to work between 3pm and 9pm (3-6 hours each day)

SUMMARY This position is responsible for the successful movement of freight across the dock. As part of this movement, the dockworker is to adhere to all dock safety regulations regarding the movement of freight with designated equipment, such as a forklift. Furthermore, the dockworker is to follow all standard operating procedures regarding the completion of dock paperwork and dock cleanliness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Pre-tripping forklifts.

Pre-loading and posting unloading trailer inspections.

Safely unloading freight from trailers either using a forklift or manually.

Safely loading freight into trailers either using a forklift or manually.

Ensuring that freight moved matches all aspects of the associated movement bill or cross dock.

Complying with all aspects of dock paperwork procedures while moving freight.

Attending all regularly scheduled safety meetings.

Attending all regularly scheduled training meetings.

Ensuring that the dock and associated areas are kept clean.

Maintain a clean and orderly work area and safe environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None.

QUALIFICATIONS 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to work Nights, Saturdays and Sundays.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Prior experience preferred. Must be able to drive a forklift.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Good command of the English language a must. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.

REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must be forklift certified and have successfully completed the Daylight Transport Dock Training Program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Daylight Transport 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).

COVID-19 considerations:
Common areas are regularly sanitized and protective supplies are readily available.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part Time

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 24 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Must be flexible and be able to work Outbound Hours. Typical start times on Outbound Shift starts between 3pm and 4pm and work 4- 6 hours each day Monday through Friday. Can you work this Part Time shift?

Experience:

• Dockwork: 1 year (Preferred)
• Freight: 1 year (Preferred)
• Sit Down Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person