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OPEN INTERVIEWS: Part-time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

1000 E Northwest Hwy, Des Plaines, IL 60016

On-site · Part-time

First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026

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Overview

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OPEN INTERVIEWS

When: Wednesday, November 4th - Thursday, November 5th | 8 AM - 3 PM CST

Where: 1000 E Northwest Highway, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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** This is a Part Time Position

** Flexible schedules available

Available Shift Time:

Tuesday - Saturday | 5:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Stable and growing organization
Pay beginning at $23.95 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

Benefits

Stable and growing organization
Pay beginning at $23.95 per hour
Quick advancement
Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
Modern facilities
Clean, late model equipment
401(k) plan, Company Match

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.

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