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Reading, PA · On-site

Reading, PA Full time R-2026-3390 At Old Dominion, we don't just move freight--we help businesses ... Step into a dynamic role as a Lead Dock Worker and Switcher for Old Dominion, where you'll be the ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for old dominion dock worker in the United States is $20.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Old Dominion dock worker?

An Old Dominion Dock Worker is responsible for loading, unloading, and moving freight within a terminal or dock facility. They use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment to handle shipments efficiently and safely. Dock Workers ensure freight is properly staged and organized for delivery while following company policies and safety regulations. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

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To excel as an Old Dominion Dock Worker, you need physical strength, attention to safety procedures, and familiarity with warehouse operations, typically supported by a high school diploma or GED. Experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, and basic inventory management systems is often required, along with OSHA safety certification being highly preferred. Strong communication, teamwork, and reliability help you stand out in this fast-paced, team-driven environment. These skills and qualities are crucial to maintaining a safe, efficient loading dock and ensuring timely shipment handling.

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Old Dominion Dock Workers usually work in shifts, which may include early mornings, late evenings, or overnight hours depending on freight schedules and operational needs. The work environment is mainly within busy freight terminals or warehouses, where you’ll be actively moving freight in varying weather and temperature conditions. Protective gear is provided to maintain safety, and the role involves collaboration with other dock workers, drivers, and supervisors to ensure smooth freight handling. Many employees find the team-oriented atmosphere and steady routine rewarding, and there are opportunities to advance into lead or supervisory positions with experience and strong performance.

Is an Old Dominion Dock Worker a hard job?

An Old Dominion Dock Worker job involves physically demanding tasks such as loading and unloading cargo, operating equipment, and working outdoors in various weather conditions. The job requires strength, attention to safety protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, which can make it physically challenging.
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Infographic showing various Old Dominion Dock Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 61% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,583 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

Dock Worker Clerk - Part Time

Old Dominion Freight

Conover, NC • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

Old Dominion Freight Line rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 163 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 64 rated delivery companies

Job description

At Old Dominion, we don't just move freight—we help businesses keep their promises. As one of the nation's leading LTL carriers, we've earned our reputation by putting people first, delivering premium service, and staying true to the values that have guided us for more than 90 years. Our PROMISES values shape how we work, our family culture shapes how we treat one another, and our commitment to being the Best in the Game drives everything we do. If you're looking for more than just a job, you'll find a career built on trust, teamwork, and opportunity at OD.

Old Dominion Freight Line is currently recruiting for a Dock Worker Clerk. A Dock Worker Clerk will provide clerical support to the Dock Supervisor to assist in operating a productive shift.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative support and assistance to the Dock Supervisor to assist with high levels of productivity and smooth operations

  • Prepare and maintain daily paperwork to move freight including DOT files to ensure confidentiality, accuracy and timeliness

  • Prepare a variety of documents and reports using AS400 and SAP

  • Photograph the loading quality of all trailers

  • Assists with coordinating freight, information and people in a systematic way to optimize efficiency while minimizing duplication of effort

  • Notify the Supervisor of load cut times and assist in ensuring they are met

  • Assist the Supervisor in taking all necessary steps in the closeout preparation of a trailer

  • Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

  • 1 year of office and/or operations experience, preferably in the transportation industry

  • Experience in using handheld computers/scanners

  • Proficiency with AS400, SAP and Microsoft Office

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Detail oriented

Working Days:

Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,

Working Shift:

Evening

Work days/shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs and are provided as guidelines at the time of posting.

Join the OD Family Today!As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:

  • Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage

  • Vision & Dental

  • Short Term & Long Term Disability

  • Flex Spending Accounts

  • 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity

  • Life Insurance

  • Wellness Program

  • Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians

  • Training and growth opportunities to build a career

  • We prioritize our OD family of employees

  • Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy

  • National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).

If you have questions regarding this posting or require assistance with the application process, please click here (https://www.odfl.com/us/en/contact.html) for contact information.

Welcome to Old Dominion. If you are looking for a new career with the best LTL (Less-than-Truckload) carrier in the industry you’ve come to the right place. Many companies tout their family atmosphere, but at OD it truly is a reality. We’ve grown from our humble beginnings of a single truck and one route in 1934 started by Earl and Lillian Congdon to a company of over 23,000 employees. At OD we strive daily to keep the family spirit alive and help the world keep promises.

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About Old Dominion Freight

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Old Dominion Freight Line, often referred to as Old Dominion or ODFL, is based out of Thomasville, North Carolina, in the United States and operates within the industry of Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carrier services. Their services include regional, super-regional, and intrastate domestic shipping, assembly and distribution, container delivery, truckload brokerage, supply chain consulting, and expedited freight delivery. Established in 1934, Old Dominion has grown from a single truck running a 94-mile route in Virginia to a leading national LTL carrier with over 235 service centres.

Industry

Trucking

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Thomasville, NC, US

Year founded

1934

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