Description/Job Summary

Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become part of our new growth and bright future! We offer competitive salary and a great benefit package in an exciting, rewarding industry.

Dohrn is seeking a Part Time Dockworker for our Grand Island, NE Terminal!

Pay: $20.01/Hour to start and $22.47/Hour after the first year!

Hours: Monday-Friday, 5:00pm Start Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

Convey freight to and from trailers and storage areas by hand or with assistance of forklifts and handtrucks.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum age of 18.
• Must pass a NON-Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen.
• Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen. Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative result.
• Must have the ability to read and write the English language and also perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on a frequent basis and 100 lbs. on an infrequent basis.
• Must consent to a ten-year check on work history. Any gap of 30 days or more must be indicated and explained, and you may be asked to provide documentation. Discrepancies may prevent your application from being processed or withdrawal of the job offer.
• You will be an at-will employee throughout your employment with Dohrn Transfer. Nothing in these guidelines, your application or in the employee handbook guarantees employment for any period of time or is intended to be a contract of employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must have command of English language with the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with internal and external customers, perform simple mathematical calculations, handle receipts, read shipping labels and follow loading instructions.
• Will be responsible to load and unload freight according to DOT requirements on and off of trucks by hand or by use of hand truck, dolly, or forklift.
• Sort and secure items in position on trucks according to DOT requirements or on the dock to prevent damage.
• Lifting various types of materials will be required: cartons, bags, cylinders, boxes, crates, drums, pipe, bars, rugs, etc.
• Common material handling tools will be used: forklifts, carts, dollies, banding machines, shrink wrap tubes, pallet jacks, and tow motors.
• Standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, carrying, bending, reaching, and lifting both above and below waist level will be required.
• Heavy lifting will be required.
• Work in a safe and professional manner so as to reduce personal risks and risk to fellow employees.
• Comply will federal, state, and company regulations.
• Process all paperwork daily associated with the execution of the job. Be available and willing to work; exceptions require management approval.
• Work in a positive, supportive, and cooperative way at all times. Perform other duties as directed or requested.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Gripping of various sizes and weights of up to 100 pounds
• Lifting of up to 100 pounds from ground level to 45"; Lifting at waist level or 36"
• Front carry up to 100 pounds for 250 feet
• Push/pull up to 60 pounds of horizontal force
• Sitting up to 10 hours per day
• Standing and Walking occurs frequently
• Climbing, Squatting, Crouching, Balancing, or Kneeling occurs occasionally,
• Crawling occurs rarely
• Reaching occurs frequently, while shifting gears, moving freight, loading and unloading the trailers and turning the steering wheel, along with closing the rear trailer doors.
• Grasping and handling occurs frequently while loading and unloading freight, opening and closing trailer doors, turning the steering wheel along with turning the hand crank to raise and lower the front jacks on the trailer
• It is critical to speak with coworkers and customers in order to safely and properly perform essential job functions
• Vision is used constantly during their day while driving, reading maps, inspecting truck
• Smell is used occasionally during their day to check for leaks
• Hearing is used frequently, listening for unusual sounds or warning sounds of problems with the vehicle
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures, humidity, or wetness
• May be exposed to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals

To navigate to the Dohrn Transfer Career Center and apply for this position, please go to dohrntransfer.balancetrak.comand select the Indianapolis, IN location.

Dohrn Transfer Company, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, geographic background, physical and/or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law