Truck loader job description
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Example truck loader requirements on a job description
Truck loader requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in truck loader job postings.
Sample truck loader requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Valid driver's license.
- Forklift certification.
Sample required truck loader soft skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Team-oriented attitude.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts.
Truck loader job description example 1
Foley Products truck loader job description
The heavy equipment operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in an efficient, safe and appropriate manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life while supporting mining activities. Heavy equipment may include rock truck, packer, rubber tire backhoe, dozer, excavator, scraper, grader and other pieces of equipment. Duties include but are not limited to:
Up to $25.00 hour!
Eligible for monthly production bonus!
Operates all equipment in an efficient manner and for its intended use while supporting mining activities Conducts pre-operational checks on equipment and cleans, lubricates and refills equipment as necessary: notifies the supervisor or foreman of all damaged or unsafe equipment or tools. Operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, dozers, loaders and graders to excavate, move, load and grade earth, rock, gravel or other materials during mining related activities Operates heavy equipment to move, load and unload materials and supplies. Cleans heavy equipment as schedules and/or required, including removing personal belongings and trash from cab and wiping up spills etc. Interacts with internal or external customers in a professional, courteous and respectful manner that contributes toward a positive and productive worksite.
Experience and Skills
Must have experience operating at least some of the following equipment: rock truck, packer, rubber tire backhoe, dozer, excavator (Caterpillar, Hitachi, John Deer and/or Komatsu mini 50's to 800's), and single motor scraper. Experience operating single engine 621 (G/F) Caterpillar scrapers, D6 (R/T) or D8 (T) Caterpillar or 650 John Deer dozers or 14-140 (H) graders is considered an asset. Sound understanding of safety regulations, safe work practices and work procedures and be capable of assisting in maintaining safe work sites. Good vision and spatial ability. Good eye-hand coordination and good manual dexterity. Physical strength and stamina. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Basic small hand and power tool knowledge is considered an asset. Previous sand/gravel mining experience is a plus
Pre-employment drug test/background check will be conducted
We are an equal opportunity employer
Job Benefits
Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental Insurance 401(k)
Up to $25.00 hour!
Eligible for monthly production bonus!
Operates all equipment in an efficient manner and for its intended use while supporting mining activities Conducts pre-operational checks on equipment and cleans, lubricates and refills equipment as necessary: notifies the supervisor or foreman of all damaged or unsafe equipment or tools. Operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, dozers, loaders and graders to excavate, move, load and grade earth, rock, gravel or other materials during mining related activities Operates heavy equipment to move, load and unload materials and supplies. Cleans heavy equipment as schedules and/or required, including removing personal belongings and trash from cab and wiping up spills etc. Interacts with internal or external customers in a professional, courteous and respectful manner that contributes toward a positive and productive worksite.
Experience and Skills
Must have experience operating at least some of the following equipment: rock truck, packer, rubber tire backhoe, dozer, excavator (Caterpillar, Hitachi, John Deer and/or Komatsu mini 50's to 800's), and single motor scraper. Experience operating single engine 621 (G/F) Caterpillar scrapers, D6 (R/T) or D8 (T) Caterpillar or 650 John Deer dozers or 14-140 (H) graders is considered an asset. Sound understanding of safety regulations, safe work practices and work procedures and be capable of assisting in maintaining safe work sites. Good vision and spatial ability. Good eye-hand coordination and good manual dexterity. Physical strength and stamina. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Basic small hand and power tool knowledge is considered an asset. Previous sand/gravel mining experience is a plus
Pre-employment drug test/background check will be conducted
We are an equal opportunity employer
Job Benefits
Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental Insurance 401(k)
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Truck loader job description example 2
Genuine Parts truck loader job description
We are a Parts Store and SO much more and we are looking for even more great talent to join our NAPA family! We have lots of parts available to our customers and this role as a
Warehouse Loader plays a major part in getting these parts from our warehouse/stockroom to our stores with efficiency and precision. Think about how great you will feel in knowing that you made a difference in someone's life by getting them the part(s) that they needed from our warehouse!
What you'll be doing:
Pack the right parts for delivery to the right customers with accuracy and speed Move shipping totes from conveyers and engage in proper packaging and move the right parts with precision to the right place Map out the organization of loading customer orders from skids to trucks Have a keen sense for seeing, hearing and remembering part numbers and line codes Maneuver heavy equipment using hand trucks, motorized carts, pallet jacks, etc. Have the power to lift merchandise up to 60 lbs and take caution with all hazardous materials Jump into helping team members with clean-up of customer area and shipping department Expedite incoming and outgoing freight in our NAPA Distribution Center Warehouse. You will receive, stock, pull, stage, load and ship freight. Process inventory and maximize warehouse space usage
This is the right opportunity for you if:
Genuinely enjoy working in warehouse environments with a team that makes a difference Love the hustle - Our warehouses are busy, yet fun places! Want to join a team where you can learn and grow your career - the opportunities are endless at NAPA! Have availability to work between the hours of 7AM-8PM M-F with occasional weekend work
What you'll need:
Agility to bend to floor-level shelves and reach to upper shelves (eight feet) with use of stool or ladder when necessary Stamina to stand and walk for entire work shift Strength to lift 60 lbs of merchandise Logical organizational skills Motivated to train and learn Minimum 18 years of age
What's in it for you:
Awesome people and brand Competitive Pay Outstanding health benefits and 401K Stable company. Fortune 200 with a "family" feel A Culture of promotion from within, using your creativity, finding solutions/fixes, and where no 2 days or career paths are the same! Great training, and ongoing development with support from multiple leaders/your team
Day in the Life:
We know you have lots of career choices as a Warehouse Loader, but we think this role and working with NAPA is a great opportunity for the right person! If this job sounds like a fit, please check out this story from an awesome NAPA Warehouse/Stockroom Associate to see if this is an environment that you would thrive in. We want you to have all the information that you need to make sure that this is a fit for you! Our hopes are that these stories either excite you to apply or maybe not so much - Either way we appreciate you stopping by today!
Next Steps:
Please apply if you think this is a great fit for you and will be in touch! If you decide that this role is not for you, please check out some of our other great careers by visiting NAPAautojobs.com
GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
Warehouse Loader plays a major part in getting these parts from our warehouse/stockroom to our stores with efficiency and precision. Think about how great you will feel in knowing that you made a difference in someone's life by getting them the part(s) that they needed from our warehouse!
What you'll be doing:
Pack the right parts for delivery to the right customers with accuracy and speed Move shipping totes from conveyers and engage in proper packaging and move the right parts with precision to the right place Map out the organization of loading customer orders from skids to trucks Have a keen sense for seeing, hearing and remembering part numbers and line codes Maneuver heavy equipment using hand trucks, motorized carts, pallet jacks, etc. Have the power to lift merchandise up to 60 lbs and take caution with all hazardous materials Jump into helping team members with clean-up of customer area and shipping department Expedite incoming and outgoing freight in our NAPA Distribution Center Warehouse. You will receive, stock, pull, stage, load and ship freight. Process inventory and maximize warehouse space usage
This is the right opportunity for you if:
Genuinely enjoy working in warehouse environments with a team that makes a difference Love the hustle - Our warehouses are busy, yet fun places! Want to join a team where you can learn and grow your career - the opportunities are endless at NAPA! Have availability to work between the hours of 7AM-8PM M-F with occasional weekend work
What you'll need:
Agility to bend to floor-level shelves and reach to upper shelves (eight feet) with use of stool or ladder when necessary Stamina to stand and walk for entire work shift Strength to lift 60 lbs of merchandise Logical organizational skills Motivated to train and learn Minimum 18 years of age
What's in it for you:
Awesome people and brand Competitive Pay Outstanding health benefits and 401K Stable company. Fortune 200 with a "family" feel A Culture of promotion from within, using your creativity, finding solutions/fixes, and where no 2 days or career paths are the same! Great training, and ongoing development with support from multiple leaders/your team
Day in the Life:
We know you have lots of career choices as a Warehouse Loader, but we think this role and working with NAPA is a great opportunity for the right person! If this job sounds like a fit, please check out this story from an awesome NAPA Warehouse/Stockroom Associate to see if this is an environment that you would thrive in. We want you to have all the information that you need to make sure that this is a fit for you! Our hopes are that these stories either excite you to apply or maybe not so much - Either way we appreciate you stopping by today!
Next Steps:
Please apply if you think this is a great fit for you and will be in touch! If you decide that this role is not for you, please check out some of our other great careers by visiting NAPAautojobs.com
GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
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Truck loader job description example 3
SF-Marin Food Bank truck loader job description
Are you a skilled professional who believes in lending your skills to end hunger during these unprecedented
times? If so, consider being the Lead Truck Loader / Unloader . for the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. Join our friendly, collaborative, and hardworking Operations team, reporting to the Transportation Manager.
Primary job responsibilities are organizing pallets in preparation for load-out, loading/unloading trailers/box
trucks and handling all required documentation. Certified pallet jack/forklift driver a plus. Effectively
communicate with other employees and management. Must be able to work safely in a team setting and can
lift 50 pounds.
Who We Are:
The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank is comprised of a dedicated team of approximately 240 staff working
collaboratively to provide over a million meals to over 50,000 households every week in San Francisco and
Marin.
Who You Are:
To excel in this position, you will need to approach the work with the following habits and values:
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Ability to work and interact well with individuals (staff, volunteers, and participants) from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds in a culturally diverse environment. Ability to listen, identify, analyze, and guide lay users through system and procedural problems. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work efficiently, independently, and as part of a team; to communicate regularly; and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What You Would Be Accountable for:
The Lead Truck Loader / Unloader will be responsible for the following key pieces of work:
Leading the loader truck loaders in the organization, and stage orders in preparation for day of distribution to include but not limited to: Verify actual number of pallets compared to count sheet; Item spot check/quality control; Freezer/cooler counts; Assure that protein items are included with order; Verify SFP pallets and cheese. Loading and unloading freight, Consolidate freight to minimize total number of pallets; Sit-down and stand-up Forklift training and certifications available. Sit-down and stand-up Forklift training and certifications available.
What You Would Be Doing Right Now:
Assist in Recycle program Process, manage and return to inventory, driver return item. Assist in receiving during heavy inbound days. Forklift experience and the ability to obtain forklift certification. Basic knowledge of food storage, handling and distribution procedures. Basic knowledge of inventory control processes and procedures. Valid California driver’s license and a clean DMV printout - preferred but not required Proven ability to safely operate all types of warehouse equipment, including, but not limited to, pallet jacks, forklifts and dock levelers.
What Else You Should Know:
PREFERRED Cantonese, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, or Tagalog language fluency. Knowledge of Food Bank Programs. Basic computer skills. Able to work in a fast-paced environment and take direction from multiple managers. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 1 year’s basic warehousing experience required. Work inside freezers and coolers with a temperature range of –10 degrees F. to 38 degrees F. Up to 1/3 of the time: push or pull; lift or carry large, heavy, awkward objects while maneuvering in a confined space, e.g., narrow aisles, high density storage areas, inside of a truck box, etc.; ascend or descend flights of stairs; climb in or out of trucks, docks and/or forklifts.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is set in a Warehouse environment. The physical and environmental 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.
POSITION COVERED BY OPEIU LOCAL 29 BARGAINING UNIT.
SALARY The position is Full Time. The starting salary for this position ranges from $32.97 hourly ($68,515 yearly), with exact salary depending on experience.
BENEFITS All positions are offered generous holiday and sick time as well as retirement savings. This position also qualifies for medical, dental, life, long-term disability, and vacation time. If not applicable, delete green text in cell and press space bar. The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value having staff who come from communities that we serve. We especially encourage people of color, folx from the LGBTQIA2+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. In accordance with and support of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we encourage formerly incarcerated individuals and those with arrest and conviction records to apply.
times? If so, consider being the Lead Truck Loader / Unloader . for the San Francisco-Marin Food Bank. Join our friendly, collaborative, and hardworking Operations team, reporting to the Transportation Manager.
Primary job responsibilities are organizing pallets in preparation for load-out, loading/unloading trailers/box
trucks and handling all required documentation. Certified pallet jack/forklift driver a plus. Effectively
communicate with other employees and management. Must be able to work safely in a team setting and can
lift 50 pounds.
Who We Are:
The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank is comprised of a dedicated team of approximately 240 staff working
collaboratively to provide over a million meals to over 50,000 households every week in San Francisco and
Marin.
Who You Are:
To excel in this position, you will need to approach the work with the following habits and values:
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Ability to work and interact well with individuals (staff, volunteers, and participants) from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds in a culturally diverse environment. Ability to listen, identify, analyze, and guide lay users through system and procedural problems. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Ability to work efficiently, independently, and as part of a team; to communicate regularly; and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What You Would Be Accountable for:
The Lead Truck Loader / Unloader will be responsible for the following key pieces of work:
Leading the loader truck loaders in the organization, and stage orders in preparation for day of distribution to include but not limited to: Verify actual number of pallets compared to count sheet; Item spot check/quality control; Freezer/cooler counts; Assure that protein items are included with order; Verify SFP pallets and cheese. Loading and unloading freight, Consolidate freight to minimize total number of pallets; Sit-down and stand-up Forklift training and certifications available. Sit-down and stand-up Forklift training and certifications available.
What You Would Be Doing Right Now:
Assist in Recycle program Process, manage and return to inventory, driver return item. Assist in receiving during heavy inbound days. Forklift experience and the ability to obtain forklift certification. Basic knowledge of food storage, handling and distribution procedures. Basic knowledge of inventory control processes and procedures. Valid California driver’s license and a clean DMV printout - preferred but not required Proven ability to safely operate all types of warehouse equipment, including, but not limited to, pallet jacks, forklifts and dock levelers.
What Else You Should Know:
PREFERRED Cantonese, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, or Tagalog language fluency. Knowledge of Food Bank Programs. Basic computer skills. Able to work in a fast-paced environment and take direction from multiple managers. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 1 year’s basic warehousing experience required. Work inside freezers and coolers with a temperature range of –10 degrees F. to 38 degrees F. Up to 1/3 of the time: push or pull; lift or carry large, heavy, awkward objects while maneuvering in a confined space, e.g., narrow aisles, high density storage areas, inside of a truck box, etc.; ascend or descend flights of stairs; climb in or out of trucks, docks and/or forklifts.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is set in a Warehouse environment. The physical and environmental 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.
POSITION COVERED BY OPEIU LOCAL 29 BARGAINING UNIT.
SALARY The position is Full Time. The starting salary for this position ranges from $32.97 hourly ($68,515 yearly), with exact salary depending on experience.
BENEFITS All positions are offered generous holiday and sick time as well as retirement savings. This position also qualifies for medical, dental, life, long-term disability, and vacation time. If not applicable, delete green text in cell and press space bar. The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value having staff who come from communities that we serve. We especially encourage people of color, folx from the LGBTQIA2+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. In accordance with and support of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we encourage formerly incarcerated individuals and those with arrest and conviction records to apply.
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Updated March 14, 2024