Dock Worker/Lead Hand - Full Time

ManitoulinGroupOfCompanies

Whitehorse, YT, Canada permanent

Posted: January 9, 2026

Required Skills

Job Description

Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 60 years experience, Manitoulin developed the transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.

• Unloads freight from inbound trailers and loads outbound trailers using the handheld scanner as well as staging overflow freight for pickup by linehaul drivers at night as required

• Distributes freight to local P&D Drivers 

• Marks materials with identifying information

• Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed (on handheld device)

• Counts and weighs items to ensure conformance to the shipper's bill of lading

• Starts heaters, placards trailers as required

• Arrange freight in a specified sequence for maximum usage of trailer space

• Operate tow motor to transport stored items from the dock warehouse to the trailer

• Must take an active role in the safety and maintenance of the warehouse by sweeping the floor, properly storing dunnage, etc.

• Use manager's pickup truck to make small rush deliveries as required

• Computer knowledge - will be responsible for end-of-day labels and handling of drivers / scanning

• Other duties may be assigned

• WHIMS/Dangerous Goods Certificate/ Tow motor certificate ( These items are covered with in-house training programs)

• Developed problem-solving, critical thinking, decision making and judgment skills

• Able to lift 50 lbs sometimes repetitive

• Ability to multitask and manage various tasks successfully

• Ability to operate our internal computer systems, handheld scanning devices

• Dependable and able to work in a dock environment safely and efficiently while meeting timelines for departures

• Knowledge of the AS400 system would be an asset

• Willing to train the right applicant

• Have own personal transportation to and from work with a clean driving record

What do we offer you? 

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Program
• Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• Fast-paced environments
• Rewarding Careers
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
• Ask about our Dock to Driver Program

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