Interested in a position that will challenge and reward you? Apply to be a Load Assistant at Wheeler Trucking, Inc. Wheeler Trucking, Inc. is a specialized truck hauler with contracts across the United States and Canada. Load Assistants help our drivers to load their units onto their trailers in a safe an efficient manner. This is a physical position that allows workers to travel the US based on our customers needs. Great opportunity for anyone looking to work outside of an office setting.
Primary Function
A load assistant will help support the loading/unloading process and will also be responsible for the checking in and distribution of cargo. They are responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. The loader assistant must also maintain and secure all equipment as directed by company policies, procedures, and operator manuals.
Performance Responsibilities – Essential Functions (Other duties may be assigned)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Comply with all existing Federal, State, local and company requirements, rules and regulations.
- Confirm that truck is positioned and secured at proper loading/unloading dock.
- Wear all protective clothing and equipment.
- Ensure that truck loads do not exceed Department of Transportation (DOT) certification for the particular truck being loaded.
- Maintain compliance with O.S.H.A. standards.
- Communicate with facility supervisor on any problems as they occur.
- Complete all required paperwork.
- Evening and weekends work will be required as job duties demand, including 2nd shift for any property owned by the President, not limited to Wheeler Trucking, Inc., Wheeler Upfitters, and/or Owosso Speedway.
- Report all accidents and issues regarding personal safety and product safety to your supervisor immediately
- Willing to travel at least 50% of the time, may include a combination of In-state and Out-state traveling.
- Consistent and reliable performance and attendance is expected.
- Attend departmental, locational, and safety meetings (including conference calls) when necessary.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Willingness to comply with all company, local, State and Federal regulations
- Must be comfortable working in all conditions; inside and outside environment
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test, MVR, and background check
- Must be willing to work weekends when needed
- Must be willing to travel out of state
- Must have a valid drivers' license
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate and/or possess the following competencies:
- Ability to follow directions
- Courteous and professional manner
- Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Must be reliable, punctual and dependable
- Efficiently work independently and with a team
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions. Ability to appropriately respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, employees, and/or management.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer skills and understand how to use a Computer tablet.
Physical Demands
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, use repetitive motions, walk, stand, stoop, climb, balance, pull, push, and reach. Employee must be able to use hand dexterity/grasping/feeling. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally 75 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee’s will work in all types of weather conditions except those that would cause or likely to cause the employee any physical harm. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Wheeler Trucking’s Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Wheeler Trucking is an equal opportunity employer. Wheeler Trucking prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal opportunity to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class.
Disclaimer - Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
This Job Is:
- A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Must have a valid driver's license
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
