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Dock Worker - Evenings

@ Armour Transportation Systems

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

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Armour Transportation Systems is hiring a full-time evening Dock Worker at its Dartmouth, NS terminal, Monday to Friday, 5:00pm to 2:00am. The role loads, unloads, sorts and stages freight using scanners, paperwork and material handling equipment. The posting asks for dependability, safe work in a fast-paced, physically demanding warehouse, and reliable transportation; forklift certification is an asset.

Responsibilities:

  • Load and unload freight from trailers safely
  • Sort, stage and organize shipments on the dock
  • Operate forklifts and pallet jacks
  • Verify shipment accuracy and report damages
  • Attend in-house safety and dangerous goods training

Requirements summary:

  • Dependability and a good attitude
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting regularly
  • Reliable transportation to and from work
  • Safety boots or shoes
  • Forklift certification is an asset

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Employer posting date
2026-09-30
First seen by our source
2026-11-15
Source record updated
2026-11-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Hours per week40
Scheduleevening, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingWarehouse, Plant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Licences & certificationsForklift certification (asset), WHMIS

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Job description
Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Dock Worker to join our team. This role is essential to ensuring the efficient movement of freight within our terminal, supporting on-time deliveries and overall operational success.

Location: Dartmouth, NS

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 5:00pm to 2:00am

Key Responsibilities:

  • Load and unload freight from trailers in a safe and efficient manner
  • Sort, stage and organize shipments within the dock area
  • Use of scanners and paperwork
  • Operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks)
  • Verify shipment accuracy and report any damages or discrepancies
  • Maintain clean and organized work environment
  • Attend in-house training sessions as required (e.g. dangerous goods, WHMIS, etc.)
  • Follow all company safety procedures and policies
  • Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet deadlines

What you bring:

  • Forklift certification is an asset
  • A willingness to work, dependability & a good attitude
  • Reliable transportation to and from work
  • Ability to work safely in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
  • Ability to lift perform heavy lifting on a regular basis
  • Willingness to work in warehouse conditions with possible high noise levels and varying temperatures (dependent on weather)
  • Safety boots/shoes

About us:

Armour Transportation Systems has been connecting communities and businesses across Eastern Canada for generations. Built on a strong foundation of family values, Armour has grown into a trusted transportation and logistics company with a robust terminal network from Ontario through Atlantic Canada.

Our success is driven by the dedication of our people, a commitment to safety, and a focus on delivering reliable, customer-focused solutions. This approach has earned Armour national recognition as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a Top Fleet Employer.

In 2021, Armour became part of the Seaboard Transport Group of Companies, which is committed to preserving Armour’s legacy while continuing to invest in our people, our culture, and our future.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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