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Grass Pad, Inc.

Garden Center Associate

Olathe, KS

$14.50 - $16.75/hr

Garden Center Associate Location: Olathe Status: Part-Time, Full-Time, Hourly, daytime, weekday and ... Greeting customers at the loading dock, checking their tickets, and loading fertilizer, sod, straw ...

Grass Pad Inc

Garden Center Associate

Olathe, KS · On-site

$14.50 - $16.75/hr

Garden Center Associate Location: Olathe Status: Part-Time, Full-Time, Hourly, daytime, weekday and ... Greeting customers at the loading dock, checking their tickets, and loading fertilizer, sod, straw ...

Grass Pad, Inc.

Garden Center Associate

Olathe, KS

$14.25 - $16.25/hr

Garden Center Associate Location: Olathe Status: Part-Time, Full-Time, Hourly, daytime, weekday and ... Greeting customers at the loading dock, checking their tickets, and loading fertilizer, sod, straw ...

Grass Pad, Inc.

Garden Center Associate

Olathe, KS · On-site

$14.25 - $16.25/hr

Garden Center Associate Location: Olathe Status: Part-Time, Full-Time, Hourly, daytime, weekday and ... Greeting customers at the loading dock, checking their tickets, and loading fertilizer, sod, straw ...

Grass Pad, Inc.

Garden Center Associate

Shawnee, KS · On-site

Garden Center Associate Location: Bonner Springs Status: Part-Time, Full-Time, Hourly, daytime ... Greeting customers at the loading dock, checking their tickets, and loading fertilizer, sod, straw ...

Grass Pad, Inc.

Garden Center Associate

Shawnee, KS

Garden Center Associate Location: Bonner Springs Status: Part-Time, Full-Time, Hourly, daytime ... Greeting customers at the loading dock, checking their tickets, and loading fertilizer, sod, straw ...

La-Z-Boy

Z Dock Lead

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

This person will ensure that the Z-Dock and the Warehouse Associates perform in an efficient manner ... Responsible for unloading, loading, deluxing and minor furniture repair and needed. * Will have key ...

La-Z-Boy

Z Dock Lead

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

This person will ensure that the Z-Dock and the Warehouse Associates perform in an efficient manner ... Responsible for unloading, loading, deluxing and minor furniture repair and needed. * Will have key ...

La-Z-Boy

Z Dock Lead

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

This person will ensure that the Z-Dock and the Warehouse Associates perform in an efficient manner ... Responsible for unloading, loading, deluxing and minor furniture repair and needed. * Will have key ...

La-Z-Boy

Z Dock Lead

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$17.25 - $21.75/hr

This person will ensure that the Z-Dock and the Warehouse Associates perform in an efficient manner ... Responsible for unloading, loading, deluxing and minor furniture repair and needed. * Will have key ...

RXO

Warehouse Associate - 3rd Shift

Olathe, KS · On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

As a Warehouse Associate at RXO, you'll play an important role in making sure freight gets where it ... Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Experience loading and unloading ...

Adecco

CWR Warehouse Associate I

Olathe, KS

$18.50/hr

... Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry. 2. Experience loading and unloading trailers. 3. Experience using handheld scanners. 4. Must be able to lift, push or pull at least 75 ...

Allied OneSource

Material Handler

Kansas City, KS

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

As a Warehouse Associate / Material Handler you will be responsible for loading and unloading ... Previous dock or warehouse experience preferred * Availability to work Overtime * RF scanner ...

Schneider

CDL-A - Intermodal truck driver

Olathe, KS · On-site

$1.2K - $1.5K/wk

More drop-and-hook freight - Spend more time moving and less time waiting at loading docks ... This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources ...

RXO

Warehouse Associate

Olathe, KS · On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

As a Warehouse Associate at RXO, you'll play an important role in making sure freight gets where it ... Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Experience loading and unloading ...

RXO

Warehouse Associate - 3rd Shift

Olathe, KS · On-site

$15.50 - $18.25/hr

As a Warehouse Associate at RXO, you'll play an important role in making sure freight gets where it ... Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry * Experience loading and unloading ...

Schneider

CDL-A - Intermodal truck driver

Olathe, KS · On-site

$1.3K - $1.7K/wk

More drop-and-hook freight - Spend more time moving and less time waiting at loading docks ... This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources ...

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How much do loading dock associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for loading dock associate in Lawrence, KS is $16.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.95 and $17.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Loading Dock Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Loading Dock Associate, you need strong physical stamina, attention to detail, and basic math skills, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse equipment like pallet jacks, forklifts, and inventory management systems is typically required, with some roles preferring OSHA forklift certification. Effective communication, reliability, and teamwork are key soft skills that help manage workflow and ensure safety. These skills are essential for maintaining efficient operations, preventing accidents, and ensuring accurate handling of goods in a fast-paced dock environment.

What is the difference between Loading Dock Associate vs Warehouse Worker?

AspectLoading Dock AssociateWarehouse Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, forklift certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent, may require forklift or equipment training
Work EnvironmentLoading docks, shipping and receiving areasWarehouse floors, storage areas, shipping zones
Job DutiesLoading/unloading trucks, inspecting shipments, using forkliftsPicking, packing, inventory management, general warehouse tasks

Loading Dock Associates primarily focus on loading and unloading shipments at docks, often requiring forklift operation and shipment inspection. Warehouse Workers have broader responsibilities within the warehouse, including inventory management and order fulfillment. Both roles are essential in logistics and share similar certifications, but their daily tasks and work environments differ slightly.

What are loading dock associates?

Loading dock associates are workers responsible for handling the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods at a loading dock. Their duties typically include unloading and loading trucks, checking shipments for accuracy, and ensuring that goods are safely and efficiently moved within a warehouse or distribution center. They may also operate equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks and are expected to follow safety protocols to prevent accidents. Attention to detail and physical stamina are important qualities in this role.

What are some common challenges a Loading Dock Associate faces, and how can they be effectively managed?

Loading Dock Associates often encounter challenges such as handling time-sensitive shipments, ensuring the safe movement of heavy goods, and maintaining organization in a fast-paced environment. Effective communication with warehouse staff and truck drivers is crucial to prevent delays and reduce errors. Staying attentive to safety protocols and using proper lifting techniques helps minimize injuries and keep operations running smoothly. Proactively managing priorities and staying adaptable to sudden changes in delivery schedules are also key skills for success in this role.
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Garden Center Associate

Garden Center Associate

Grass Pad, Inc.

Olathe, KS

$14.50 - $16.75/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Garden Center Associate
Location: Olathe
Status: Part-Time, Full-Time, Hourly, daytime, weekday and weekend availability
Reporting Relationship: Store Manager
Work Schedule: Seasonal/Flexible

Grass Pad is hiring Part-Time and Day-Time Garden Center Associates to work in our Olathe location.

We take pride in offering a full-service experience at Grass Pad, which includes loading products for the customer. As a Garden Center Associate, you will be responsible for reading the customer’s receipt and loading the correct products into their vehicle in a timely manner. The customer comes first at the Grass Pad and having a smile on your face and a positive attitude is an important part of the job. Ensuring the customer has an excellent experience and leaves with the correct products is the top priority of this position.

This position has great growth potential in the company for the right person.

This job might be for you if: You have a great attitude. We want our customers to enjoy shopping with us, and every person at the Grass Pad contributes to that experience.
You enjoy working outside and being active.
You enjoy working with people and interacting with customers.
Take pride and ownership in the work that you do.
You’re looking for a seasonal job with a great company.
You have interest in lawn and landscape or outdoor activities.
You are a self-starter and take pride in your work.

As a Garden Center Associate, your typical day might include:

  • Greeting customers at the loading dock, checking their tickets, and loading fertilizer, sod, straw, mulch, rocks, plants, and other material into customers’ vehicles.
  • Guiding customer vehicles in to and out of the loading area in an efficient manner.
  • Being polite, respectful, and courteous to all customers to ensure a great customer experience.
  • Taking ownership of the customer loading area to keep it clean, safe and clear of debris and full of the appropriate products.
  • Helping with store chores like cleaning, emptying trash, opening and closing procedures, and other tasks as necessary.

Other responsibilities include:

  • Engaging in conversation with the customer during the loading process.
  • Understanding our branded products and packages.
  • Assisting with watering in the nursery and flower departments.
  • Assisting with unloading nursery trucks and displaying nursery products.
  • Referring customer questions to the appropriate staff member.

Company History Grass Pad is a family-owned company that started during the 1960s in Omaha, selling grass seed and fertilizer. Since then, we’ve built a business on honesty, integrity and putting the customer’s success first and foremost. We now have 6 locations – one in Omaha and five in the Kansas City area.

At the Grass Pad it is not uncommon to find people that have worked here for decades. We love passion and dedication in our employees, and when we see those traits, we fight to keep people around and help them grow. We offer career and responsibility growth, management training and extensive on the job training.

Grass Pad maintains merit-based employment and is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Seasonality Our busy season spikes in the spring and the fall. Normal business hours vary with the season, with our longest opening hours during the spring and falls seasons. For most of the year, our store is open 7 days a week. Weekend and overtime work will be required during the busy seasons.

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