Dock Worker
Company: Estes Express
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary:
Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack,
hand truck or by hand
Strap, brace and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting
Responsible for accurately recording the condition of freight as it
arrives at the terminal
Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspection of dock equipment
Regular attendance is required.
This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties
and may not contain all mental and physical capabilities necessary
to perform the job at all times due to circumstances. Operational,
safety and other needs may require the employee to perform any and
all other duties as assigned. Employees are expected, and must be
able to perform all such duties and tasks.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any
combination of education and experience, which would provide an
equivalent background
18+ years of age
Experience in the transportation industry preferred
Stable employment history preferred
Prior operation of a forklift or previous forklift certification
preferred
Must be able to push or pull a loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck
with a minimum load of 70 lbs.
Physical activities include: standing, walking, lifting, twisting,
turning, etc.
Must have the ability to work all shifts, including overtime and
weekends; must be dependable
Must be able to lift approximately 70 lbs., or more if required by
the essential functions of the job
Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures
and Code of Conduct
Must be able to interact well with others
Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting
Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high
volume environment with multiple priorities
Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply
with written information and documents such as safety rules,
operations / procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a
high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability
to meet deadlines
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol
tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background
check
Must be authorized to work in the United States
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 frequently required to lift and/or move a minimum of 70
lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close
vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and
the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this
job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands
to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The
employee is frequently required to lift, twist, turn, and may
climb. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch,
or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to
sit and climb or balance.
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 frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts
and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to
work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in
various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment
ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of
the job.
Estes values a diverse workforce and affirmatively promotes a
company culture that embraces the concept that outcomes are
improved when our workforce is made up of people with different
viewpoints. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status
as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by
law. Come find your new career at Work4Estes.com! Applications are
accepted online only through this website. If you need an
accommodation to apply, call the number on the website.
Pay Range: $23.25 - $26.55 / hour
Keywords: Estes Express, Colorado Springs , Dock Worker, Other , Colorado Springs, Colorado
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