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Example dock worker requirements on a job description

Dock worker requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in dock worker job postings.
Sample dock worker requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Forklift experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
Sample required dock worker soft skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to think quickly
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a team

Dock worker job description example 1

Aerotek dock worker job description

1st shift 7am-3:30pm. May work as early as 5:30am or as late as 5pm

2nd shift 3:30pm-12am. May work as early as 1:30pm or as late as 2am

All OT is during the week and no weekend work!

Description:

Working on the loading dock loading the barrels on to the trucks.

You will be working in their loading dock section.

You will be putting the lids on the paper drums and will then be rolling them into the trucks. This will be very repetitive and fast.

Employee Value Proposition

-When hired on permenantly after 90 days, you will receive a pay increase of $23.93/hr

-Company offers matching 401K

-Company offers tuition reimbursement for higher level training/schooling

-Company reimburses for steel toe shoes

-They treat employees equally regardless of status

-Average tenure is 40 years( people love working here)

-Company does production/safety events such as bringing food trucks, host holiday parties

-Give out employee of the month awards

Work Environment

-Most, if not all machines are automated.

-Candidates will be operating slitter machine, rewinder and automatic spot welder

-They will be rolling the drums into the trucks repeatedly throughout the day.

-Once they have shown that they are a good worker they can then move up to an operator position in the plant.

-Very clean for a manufacturing environment

-Well Lit Environment

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Repetitive work for 8 plus hours

Heavy OT although you will only work during the week - no weekends

Experience Level:

Entry Level

If you have any questions, please contact Adam Safy at 1-

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Dock worker job description example 2

Holland dock worker job description

  • Competitive pay based on union scale

With nearly 90 years' experience, Holland knows how to take care of our customers while providing a solid work environment for our employees. Discipline to its core values of Hard Work, Integrity, Respect, Excellence and Safety has allowed Holland to grow into a company with over 8,000 employees and more than $1 Billion in annual revenue, while being honored as a Quest for Quality award winner for 30 consecutive years! With a track record of long term employees, Holland offers more than a job, we offer the opportunity for a career. Come discover your direction with Holland and join the recognized leader of next-day delivery in the less-than-truckload industry!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to push/pull/lift up to 75 pounds frequently, greater than 100 pounds occasionally
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions
  • Work various shifts and days of the week

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum of 6 months experience operating a forklift
Company DescriptionWith nearly 90 years’ experience, Holland knows how to take care of our customers while providing a solid work environment for our employees. Discipline to its core values of Hard Work, Integrity, Respect, Excellence and Safety has allowed Holland to grow into a company with over 8,000 employees and more than $1 Billion in annual revenue, while being honored as a Quest for Quality award winner for 30 consecutive years! With a track record of long term employees, Holland offers more than a job, we offer the opportunity for a career. Come discover your direction with Holland and join the recognized leader of next-day delivery in the less-than-truckload industry!
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Dock worker job description example 3

Associated dock worker job description

Associated Couriers is a family-owned operation with over 40 years of experience in the logistics industry. The company is looking for a safe and dependable Part-Time Dock Worker in Phoenix, AZ (85043) .


Schedule:

Monday-Saturday 3:30am-7:30am with rotating Saturday's off

**Availability as late as 2:00pm if needed to run a route**

Shifts typically range from 4 to 10 hours per day based on need and volume.


We are also offering a $1,000 hire on bonus!! The bonus will be paid out at $500 after 45 days of employment and $500 will be paid out after 90 days, as long as there are no disciplinary actions taken.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Unload trucks and organize freight
  • Assist contractors with loading vehicles/trucks with freight
  • Able to cover delivery routes in company vehicle when needed

What we have to offer:

  • Competitive starting pay at $20/hour
  • Weekly pay
  • Supportive and friendly environment
Requirements:

Qualified applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be at least 21 years old
  • Have a valid driver's license with no more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents in the past 3 years
  • Have an open work availability with starting times between 3:30 am and 7:00 am
  • The ability to lift up to 75 pounds
  • Able to work out of Phoenix, AZ 85043
  • Authorized to work in the United States and will not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future

Associated Couriers LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.



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Updated March 14, 2024

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