Dock Loader

SUMMARY

To ensure dedicated trucks are loaded, unloaded, and processed accurately, according to weight requirements, availability of space, and variety of freight.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fully understand Erb Transport’s handling of freight on the dock. Understand duties of both Dock Loaders and Dock Receivers.
• Load straight-trucks as well as trailers destined for specific locations, while avoiding damages by ensuring equipment is set at correct temperatures.
• Judging freight volumes for trailers, cubing, re weighing and additional reporting as needed.
• Set up dock floor and line up freight so that orders can be found efficiently and accurately.
• Read and cross-reference freight bills to match with actual products according to manifests. Ensure trucks are loaded according to legal weights and space allotted for the product.
• Operate pallet-jack and forklift in a safe manner. Inform appropriate personnel of any equipment requiring repairs and/or follow-up.
• All other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2 years of forklift experience.
• Knowledge of Erb’s systems and operations is an asset.
• Ability to work in a cold, refrigerated environment for up to 8 hours is necessary.
• Must be able to list up to 70lbs.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Positive communication skills as it pertains to interacting with dock staff, operations, and drivers.
• Safety-conscious mind-set.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hourly position. Based upon 40 hours per week with the potential for overtime.
• Employees will work in a refrigerated dock and, at times, in a freezer.