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5am - 10am: Part-time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

Dayton Freight, Crest Hill, IL, United States


Dock Worker

This is a part time position with flexible schedules available. Available shift time: Tuesday - Saturday | 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM.
Stable and growing organization. Pay beginning at $23.35 per hour. Quick advancement. Professional, positive and people-centered work environment. Modern facilities. Clean, late model equipment. 401(k) plan, company match.
Responsibilities

As a dock worker, you will load and unload freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner. Although DFL dock workers do not work inside a warehouse, you must maximize space when loading freight.
Complete pre and post trip inspections on all dock equipment
Properly document all freight control processes
Participate in Dayton Freight's training and improvement programs
Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual
Qualifications

18 years of age
Basic math skills
Fluent in English
Able to pass a drug screen
Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with dock and inspection operations, including ascending and descending from forklifts, operating forklifts and handling freight and related equipment. Duties may involve standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, climbing, and entering trailers, with regular use of scanners and computer systems. 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.