Yard Jockey, Dockworker

PITT OHIO

. Load and unload freight according to DOT requirements, by hand or using hand trucks or dollies .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeHarrisburg • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in freight handling, including loading and unloading materials while adhering to DOT requirements. Proficient in performing physical tasks and maintaining safety standards in a warehouse environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Valid Driver's LicenseDOT Physical ExaminationFreight HandlingTractor Trailer BackingHeavy Lifting

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Hard Skills

Freight HandlingMaterial HandlingLoading InstructionsShipping Label ReadingMathematical Calculations

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProfessionalismTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Hand TrucksDolliesPallet JacksTow Motors

Certifications & Qualifications

DOT Physical Examination

Industry Keywords

DOT RequirementsFreightWarehouse SafetyMaterial Handling Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Load and unload freight according to DOT requirements, by hand or using hand trucks or dollies
Sort and secure items on trucks or the dock to prevent damage
Handle cartons, bags, cylinders, boxes, crates, drums, pipe, bars, rugs, and other materials
Use carts, dollies, pallet jacks, and tow motors
Move tractor trailers into the dock area
Perform standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, carrying, bending, reaching, and lifting above and below waist level
Work safely and professionally to reduce risks to self and fellow employees
Process all job-related paperwork daily
Work a Monday–Friday schedule with a 4 PM start
Perform other duties as directed or requested

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum age of 18 years
Valid state-issued driver license
Possess only one valid driver’s license issued by the resident state
Provide information on all previous licenses held within the past 36-month period
No disqualifying driver’s license suspensions or revocations during the specified 36-month period
No serious traffic violation citation or conviction during the specified 60-month period
No more than three motor vehicle violations during the specified 36-month period
No more than one at-fault traffic accident and no more than two motor vehicle violations during the specified 36-month period
General knowledge and experience backing tractor trailers into a dock area
Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination
Consent to a pre-employment drug screen and receive a negative result
Ability to read and write English and perform simple mathematical calculations
Consent to a ten-year work-history check; explain any gap of 30 days or more
Ability to read shipping labels, follow loading instructions, handle receipts, and communicate effectively with internal and external customers
Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical material-handling activities
Comply with federal, state, and company regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Excellent benefits including medical insurance with no weekly premiums, dental, vision, 401(k) and profit sharing
Paid time off and holidays
A respectful, people first work environment
Well-maintained equipment & modern facilities
Moved to Top Rate of $28.89 after 6 months