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Best way to get hired as dock worker?

Discussion in 'LTL and Local Delivery Trucking Forum' started by Thelastofmykind, Nov 15, 2012.

  1. Nov 15, 2012 #1
    Thelastofmykind

    Thelastofmykind Bobtail Member

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    Sorry guys for all the questions, last one...

    So it looks like I'm gonna try to get in as a dock worker and get my foot in the door. Most of the ltl companies will only let you apply online and only for an open position posted there. I do best if I can meet face to face, I dress presentable and am very professional. So can I just show up at the warehouse? Who do I ask for or will I be turned away at the guard shack? What were your experiences getting hired on and will there be a good cchance of advancement to a driver?

    I plan on getting my cdl with dt and hazmat although i won't be 21 for a few months, that's why I'd like to get in as a dockworker.
     
    Thelastofmykind, Nov 15, 2012
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  3. Nov 15, 2012 #2
    ralph

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    If you have to do it online then go to plan B. Do you know anyone there? Do you have a friend or family member that knows anyone there? Friend of a friend of a friend that can get you past security? You have realized that working on the dock is the start to a GOOD paying job>you're already miles ahead of everyone else>

    Good luck to you.
     
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  4. Nov 15, 2012 #3
    Thelastofmykind

    Thelastofmykind Bobtail Member

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    Unfortunately, I know no one connected to such companies. Thanks for the input Ralph.
     
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  5. Nov 16, 2012 #4
    CenutryClass

    CenutryClass Road Train Member

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    appy, then call like a week later to follow up.

    Horrible time to be getting into the freight world..seasonal slowdowns are here and dockworkers are usually the first to go..
     
    CenutryClass, Nov 16, 2012
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  7. Nov 17, 2012 #5
    Brandonpdx

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    Yeah you'd probably have better luck in the springtime but check Craigslist as well. Many of the local freight co's in my city post available positions there.
     
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