Dock Worker - Edmonton

Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. is your key to reach your full potential.

As the leading expedited over-the-road carrier in Western Canada, we have 24 owned and operated service centers in British Columbia, Alberta, the Yukon and Northwest Territories. With this extensive network, we are always looking for people to join our team.

With our vision of providing the best service possible, our team members are critical to our success. So, if you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we have a career for you!

If you are an energetic and enthusiastic Dock Worker then you have what it takes to join our team!

Job Summary

Assist our inbound and outbound teams to unload and load trucks and trailers with LTL freight of all descriptions, maintain dock cleanliness, assist in finding freight for dispatch and deal with customers picking up items. Must be safety-oriented with excellent attention to detail.

Work Schedule and Location:

Monday to Friday; 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate industrial trucks, tractors and other mobile equipment to transfer cargo, such as containers, crated items, automobiles and pallet-mounted machinery, around dock to within range of cranes and hoists
• Operate winches or other hoisting devices to load and unload cargo onto and from ships and other vessels
• Operate mechanical towers to load vessels with materials such as coal and ore
• Operate equipment to transfer bulk materials, such as grain, to hold of vessels
• Connect hoses and operate equipment to transfer liquid materials into storage tanks on vessels
• Perform other activities such as lashing and shoring cargo aboard ships, opening and closing hatches, cleaning holds of ships and rigging cargo.

What the successful candidate will bring

• Forklift experience a must
• Professional attitude in all interactions when on shift
• Follow policy and procedures
• Reliable attendance a must
• Experience operating a forklift in a high-traffic space required
• Transportation experience an asset
• Experience handling dangerous goods preferred
• Experience loading/unloading flat deck freight is an asset
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs
• Ready to work in a fast-paced, high-volume team environment

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive wage
• Comprehensive benefits package available including pension matching program upon successful completion of probationary period

To apply:

Please email your resume to: recruitment@rewc.com with email title – Dock Worker - Edmonton

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to reference and/or criminal background checks prior to employment.

Only qualified candidates already living in Edmonton, AB and its surroundings, are invited to submit a resume for immediate consideration.

Why Join Overland West Freight Lines Ltd?

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Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. provides a premier transportation network for all our customers. We put their needs first, ensuring an exceptional service experience through innovation, people, technology and cost efficiency.

Our core values set us apart from the rest.

We create value for our customers through on-time, damage-free, and hassle-free service daily. We provide a work environment where safety is never compromised. We lead with integrity and foster an honest, ethical, and accountable workforce. We strive for continuous improvement through innovation, technology and supporting the people we work with.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply.