Overview

Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become part of our new growth and bright future! We offer competitive salary and a great benefit package in an exciting, rewarding industry.

Dohrn is seeking a Full Time Yard Spotter at our Northlake, IL Terminal.

EXPERIENCE BACKING IN DOCK HEIGHT VEHICLES IS REQUIRED

Shift: Monday - Friday, 3:00pm start

Pay is $28.09/Hour!

Benefits: Health / Vision / Dental insurance, 401k matching, life insurance, short/long term disability and more.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Move semi-trailers to and from loading docks and yardwork, work the dock as needed when there is downtime.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drive a Non CDL vehicle safely moving semi-trailers to and from loading docks and yard
• Load and unload vehicle, either independently or with assistance of dockworkers; Mechanic freight handling equipment may be used where available and appropriate
• Perform frequent lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying of freight
• Securing of freight may be required through strapping or other methods
• Inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions as required by law and company policy
• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum age of 21
• High school completion or equivalent
• Valid Driver License & 3 years driving experience
• All drivers are to possess only one valid driver's license issued by the resident state of the driver; Operators who have recently transferred from another state must produce a copy of the former license or provide license information for verification from that state; Drivers will need to provide information on all licenses held within the previous 36 months
• No record of citation or conviction of any DUI / OWI or Reckless Driving within the previous 5 years
• Must have and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen
• Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen; Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative result
• Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative controlled substances and alcohol result from prior employer(s) for the past three-year period; No prior evidence of controlled substance use
• There must be no instance of refusal to submit to an alcohol or controlled substance test within the past three-year period, including pre-employment testing
• Must consent to a 10-year check on work history; Gaps of 30 days or more must be listed and explained; documentation may be requested; Discrepancies may prevent applications from being processed or withdrawal of the job offer
• Must have the ability to read and write the English language and also perform simple mathematical calculations

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Gripping of various sizes and weights of up to 100 pounds
• Lifting of up to 100 pounds from ground level to 45"; Lifting at waist level or 36”
• Front carry up to 100 pounds for 250 feet
• Push/pull up to 60 pounds of horizontal force
• Sitting up to 10 hours per day
• Standing and Walking occurs frequently
• Climbing, Squatting, Crouching, Balancing, or Kneeling occurs occasionally,
• Crawling occurs rarely
• Reaching occurs frequently, while shifting gears, moving freight, loading and unloading the trailers and turning the steering wheel, along with closing the rear trailer doors.
• Grasping and handling occurs frequently while loading and unloading freight, opening and closing trailer doors, turning the steering wheel along with turning the hand crank to raise and lower the front jacks on the trailer
• It is critical to speak with coworkers and customers in order to safely and properly perform essential job functions
• Vision is used constantly during their day while driving, reading maps, inspecting truck
• Smell is used occasionally during their day to check for leaks
• Hearing is used frequently, listening for unusual sounds or warning sounds of problems with the vehicle
• May be exposed to extreme temperatures, humidity, or wetness
• May be exposed to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals

Dohrn Transfer Company, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.

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