Truck Loader

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Truck Loader position has the responsibility to work safely, maintain a positive attitude, be respectful to all and focus efforts and abilities towards maintaining quality product during the shipping process. This position is responsible for loading finished boats, motors, and trailers on various types of transportation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Places boats and motors on the trailers by operating a powered lift truck

• Assists and prepares the transport trailers for loading by placing and assembling steel rails and components in the proper configuration for the type and mix of boats being loaded

• Straps and ties down the boats, motors, and accessories by using various types of strapping and tie down equipment

• Unloads trailers shipped from the trailer manufacturing plant and place in a pre-determined location in the yard by use of a power lift truck

• Completes all assigned or team duties in a timely manner

• Keeps work area clean, safe and hazard free

• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Certificate(s) or License(s): Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license - Preferred Class E license.

• Ongoing verification of driving eligibility will be conducted to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

• Must be at least 21 years old to qualify for this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Operation of forklift, truck, tractor, or ability for rapid mental and muscular motor vehicles

• coordination simultaneously

• Operate hoist

• Valid chauffeurs license

• Ability to distinguish numbers and written instructions

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Light lifting, under 20 lbs.

• Light carrying, under 20 lbs.

• Moderate lifting, 21-59 lbs.

• Moderate carrying, 21 – 59 lbs.

• Straight pulling

• Pushing

• Repeated bending

• Reaching over shoulders

• Use of fingers

• Walking

• Standing

• Kneeling

• Repeated stretching

• Specific visual requirements

• Ability to distinguish basic colors

• Ability to distinguish shades of color

• Hearing (aid permitted)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Outside and inside

• Extreme heat

• Extreme humidity

• Extreme noise, intermittent

• Dust

• Fumes, smoke, or gasses

• Solvents (degreasing agents)

• Slippery or uneven walking surfaces

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs tasks and duties under direct supervision, using well-defined policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by supervisor. Limited opportunity exists for exercising independent judgment and decision making.