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Dock Worker Loader Jobs Near Me

Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand * Strap ... Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspection of dock equipment * Regular attendance is required.

PT Dockworker - Columbus, OH

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25.50 - $29.25/hr

Operates dock tools to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage. * Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.

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FT Dockworker

Grove City, OH · On-site

$19.53/hr

Will be responsible to load and unload freight according to DOT requirements on and off of trucks ... Sort and secure items in position on trucks according to DOT requirements or on dock to prevent ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for dock worker loader 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.

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Part-Time Dock Worker / Forklift Operator

Dayton Freight

Gahanna, OH • On-site

$23.95/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 6 days ago


Dayton Freight rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 362 rated logistics


Job description

  • Stable and growing organization
  •  Pay beginning at $23.95 per hour
  •  Quick advancement
  •  Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
  •  Modern facilities
  •  Clean, late model equipment
  •  401(k) plan, Company Match

As a Dock Worker, you will load and unload freight in a productive, safe and claims-free manner. Although DFL Dock Workers do not work inside a warehouse, you must maximize space when loading freight.

  • Complete pre and post trip inspections on all dock equipment
  • Properly document all freight control processes
  • Participate in Dayton Freight’s training and improvement programs
  • Be available for irregular work schedules, alternating work shifts and/or assignments
  • Adhere to the operational procedures and guidelines contained in the Dayton Freight Driver/Dockworker Manual

  • 18 years of age
  • Basic math skills
  • Fluent in English
  • Able to pass a drug screen
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States

  • Stable and growing organization
  • Pay beginning at $23.95 per hour
  • Quick advancement
  • Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
  • Modern facilities
  • Clean, late model equipment
  • 401(k) plan, Company Match

This position requires the ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with dock and inspection operations, including ascending and descending from forklifts, operating forklifts and handling freight and related equipment. Duties may involve standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, climbing, and entering trailers, with regular use of scanners and computer systems.
* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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