Dock Worker/Jockey
Perks and Benefits of Working for NHT Logistics
At NHT, we align our benefits with our value system. We do our best to provide competitive compensation and benefits for our employees.
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
About the Role
The Dock Worker/Jockey will work with the warehouse team by stagging trailers in appropriate docks, assisting in loading and unloading trailers and performing other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
- Performs tasks with precision and attention to detail
- Manages multiple tasks or projects simultaneously
- Clearly and effectively conveys information, both verbally and in writing
- Organizes tasks, projects, and resources effectively
- Interacts effectively with others in a professional manner
Essential Characteristics
- Adjusts well to new situations and changes
- Completes tasks with minimal waste of time and resources
- Handles emotions and stress effectively
- Reliably and consistently fulfills obligations
- Takes care to avoid mistakes and risks
Job Responsibilities
- Cook trailer movements to support warehouse and cross-dock operations while maintaining an organized yard
- Assist with loading, unloading, and cross-docking freight as needed to support daily operations
- Inspect empty trailers for cleanliness and readiness prior to loading
- Maintain refrigeration units on trailers, including temperature settings and fuel levels, and refuel units as needed to maintain product integrity
- Verify that load bars, bulkheads, and other trailer equipment are properly positioned and secured
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements/Preferred
- A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
- Knowledge of warehouse, shipping, receiving, and cross-dock operations preferred
- A Class A CDL preferred; willingness and ability to obtain a CDL if training is provided
- Forklift certification preferred; ability to become certified through company-provided training
- LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) freight experience preferred
- Willingness to support and adhere to NHT’s mission, vision, and core values
Personal Attributes
- Honesty
- Trustworthiness
- Respect
- Flexibility
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity across a variety of cultures
- Sound work ethics
Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions
- The Dock Worker/Jockey 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 40 lbs.
- Ability to work in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and dusty.
Compensation
$20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About NHT Logistics, Inc.
NHT Logistics, Inc. located in Denver, PA is your source for safe, reliable refrigerated and frozen trucking, temperature controlled transportation, and cold storage refrigerated warehousing across the North Eastern US, where high quality customer service is the goal. We aim for excellence in all that we do and our focus is on giving our customers complete satisfaction.
Our Mission
We partner with companies and brokerages to provide safe, reliable refrigerated transportation and cold storage services in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Our Values
- Integrity: We honor our commitments and own up to our mistakes.
- Stewardship: We endeavor to leave the world a better place.
- Excellence: We pursue excellence in everything we do.
- Family: We encourage family values that emphasize commitment.
- Eternal Perspective: We seek to make decisions today that will have a positive impact beyond our lifetime
Application Information
If you already have a resume on Indeed, please submit it for consideration.
Competitive Wages
Rare Weekend Work and Flexible Hours for a Strong Work-Life Balance
Paid Time Off and Paid Holiday
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k with a Company Match
Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
Tuition and Training Assistance
Long-Term Disability