Job: Dock Worker (Full-Time) - Fargo, ND

Jobing Description

Dock Worker (Full-Time) - Fargo, ND-OPE006638

Description

Company Overview:

Con-way Freight is the premier provider of reliable, regional, inter-regional and nationwide LTL service to customers large and small across our integrated, single North American network of LTL operating locations.

In 2007, Fortune Magazine named Con-way the "Most Admired Company" in the transportation and logistics industry. At Con-way, you will work alongside a top caliber management team that not only understands the transportation industry but the importance of utilizing and developing top talent. If you are looking to build a solid and long-lasting career where you will be recognized and rewarded for your hard work, look to Con-way. Apply today and find out why thousands of people have made Con-way their employer of choice!

Job Summary:

Load and unload freight in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate motorized and manual equipment and by hand as needed.

Description of Essential Job Functions:

* Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends due to varying freight volumes.
* Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand as needed.
* Utilize mobile hand held devices for tracking shipments.
* Safely climb in and out of trailers.
* Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs frequently and greater than 75 lbs occasionally).
* Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope).
* Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery.
* Safely walk, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary to perform the job duties.
* Verify and complete required documentation and reports.
* Ability to handle hazardous materials.
* Adhere to company safety policies.
* Frequent contact with service center personnel; fast-pace and deadline oriented.
* Safely work in adverse weather conditions.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
* Prompt, daily attendance at assigned work location.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

* Prior dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry is a plus.
* Prior forklift experience in a freight / less than truckload environment preferred.
* Prior experience loading and unloading trailers preferred.
* At least 18 years of age.
* Highly motivated individual with attention to detail.
* Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator.
* Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
* Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift.
* Ability to follow instructions and complete required training.
* Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
* Must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
* Pass a company paid Post Offer Pre-Hire screen (physical essential functions) test.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer M/F/D/V

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Primary Location
United States-North Dakota-Fargo