Dock Worker / Jockey CDL A - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Company parties

NHT Logistics, Inc. is a family-owned trucking and cold storage company located in Denver, PA. Join our team as we aim for excellence in everything we do, including transporting goods to the greater Mid-Atlantic region.

Purpose of Position

The second shift Dock Worker / Jockey CDL A will assist the second shift by stagging trailers in appropriate docks, assisting in loading and unloading trailers, helping transfer freight from one terminal to another, dropping trailers at customer facilities as needed, and perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions :

• Perform trailer movements by attaching drive unit to trailers to move to and from dock doors for loading and unloading.
• Help load, unload, and cross-dock freight as needed.
• Check trailer lights and tires and inspects trucks for defects before and after trips.
• Submit reports indicating trucks conditions after trips.
• Check empty trailers to ensure cleanliness.
• Work with Second Shift Manager to maintain equipment inventory on NHT trailers (load bars, bulkheads, shrink wrap, etc.).
• Monitor truck / trailer refrigeration units, checking temperatures and fuel levels, topping off fuel tanks as needed.
• Provide help with shuttling freight and trailers between customer locations.
• Maintain an orderly lot and paperwork for trailer locations by performing daily yard checks.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and rules.
• Report any broken, damaged, or malfunctioning warehouse equipment.
• Collaborate and communicate with the team to meet warehouse needs.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and company policies.
• Follow company practices and report noncompliance when observed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience :

• High school diploma or GED / equivalent
• Class A CDL
• Must be able to operate a yard truck safely
• Forklift Certification preferred (will train and certify a qualified candidate)

Skills, Competencies & Attributes :

• Ability to frequently and safely operate equipment.
• Ability to work schedule as necessary.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Honest and trustworthy.
• Respectful and professional.
• Dependable.

Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions :

The Dock Worker / Jockey CDL A must have the ability to safely perform physical requirements of the position, including frequently moving around; frequently stand, bend, twist, stoop, and squat; regularly walk continually sit or stand for up to 10 hours; regularly push, pull and lift 20 lbs., and periodically lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to work in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and dusty.

Work Hours : Monday through Friday, 2 : 00 pm to 10 : 00 pm and overtime as needed to fulfill assigned work.

Travel : None

Benefits

NHT Logistics provides its full-time employees with a bevy of benefits including, but not limited to :

• Very rare to no weekend work (position is M-F)
• Paid Time Off
• 6 Paid holidays
• Heath Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long and Short-Term Disability
• Work in a small business and family-friendly atmosphere and more!