Dock Worker-Dispatcher
Manitoulin Group of Companies · Prince George, BC, Canada
Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 65 years experience, Manitoulin developed the transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.
- 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
What do we offer you?
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive Benefits Program
- Profit-Sharing Opportunities
- Fast-paced environments
- Rewarding Careers
- Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
- Ask about our Dock to Driver Program
- We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this
position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will
be contacted.