Dock Worker-Dispatcher

This is a 60% dock work and 40% dispatcher responsibility
Unloads freight from inbound trailers and loads outbound trailers using the handheld scanner as well as staging overflow freight for pickup by linehaul drivers at night as required
Distributes freight to local P&D Drivers
Marks materials with identifying information
Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed (on handheld device)
Counts and weighs items to ensure conformance to the shipper's bill of lading
Starts heaters, placards trailers as required
Arrange freight in a specified sequence for maximum usage of trailer space
Must take an active role in the safety and maintenance of the warehouse by sweeping the floor, properly storing dunnage, etc.
Tuesday to Saturday work schedule
Work hours Tuesday to Friday are: start at 9 AM, finish at 17:30, or when the outbound trailer loading is completed. Saturday Start time: 6 AM until 14:00
Computer knowledge - will be responsible for end-of-day labels and handling of drivers
Other duties may be assigned
WHIMS/Dangerous Goods Certificate/ Forklift certification ( These items are covered with in-house training programs)
Developed problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making and judgment skills
Able to lift 50 lbs, sometimes repetitively
Ability to multitask and manage various tasks successfully
Ability to operate our internal computer systems and handheld scanning devices
Dependable and able to work in a dock environment safely and efficiently while meeting timelines for departures
Knowledge of the AS400 system would be an asset
Willing to train the right applicant
Have own personal transportation to and from work with a clean driving record

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No