Dock Supervisor-Quick Hire! Needed-San Antonio,TX,USA Area | Hiring

Estes is a leading transportation and logistics company specializing in less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping services across the United States. Established with a commitment to delivering reliable, efficient, and safe shipping solutions, Estes has built a strong reputation for excellence in the transportation industry. The company prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees from various backgrounds and perspectives come together to improve business outcomes and customer satisfaction. With a rich legacy and a focus on innovation, Estes continues to expand its services, offering career growth opportunities for those dedicated to operational excellence and superior customer service. The role of Dock Supervisor at Estes is integral to the company's operational success. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, Assistant Terminal Manager, and/or Terminal Manager, the Dock Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of dock employees to ensure a smooth, efficient, and safe LTL operation. This role includes setting performance targets, monitoring employee activities, and providing coaching, counseling, and developmental support to maintain high standards. The Dock Supervisor manages daily dock planning and scheduling, ensuring equipment such as trailers and tractors are properly assigned and moved in coordination with other supervisory staff. Compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and government rules is critical, and the Dock Supervisor enforces this at all times. A key responsibility of the Dock Supervisor is to oversee all dock paperwork, ensuring accuracy and timely processing to support operational flow. They are also tasked with communicating effectively with customers through phone, fax, or email, helping to maintain strong customer relationships. The position demands regular attendance and the ability to perform other duties as necessary based on operational and safety requirements. The Dock Supervisor role requires availability to work varied shifts, including nights and weekends, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in a dynamic work environment. Candidates for this position should possess a solid understanding of the LTL trucking industry, including prior experience in management, dispatch, and dock operations. Strong leadership skills are essential, with the ability to hire, train, counsel, and even terminate employees when necessary. Effective communication, planning, and organizational skills are vital to successfully guiding a high-performing team. The role also demands physical capability to lift approximately 20 pounds and the mental acuity to work under tight time constraints in a busy environment. Proficiency in computer skills such as AS/400 and Microsoft Office applications adds value to the candidate's qualifications. Estes offers a work environment characterized by both office and dock settings, where the employee will encounter various physical demands and environmental conditions, including exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and diverse weather conditions. The company's commitment to safety and accommodation ensures that all employees can meet essential job functions with reasonable adjustments as needed. This position emphasizes a commitment to personal and professional growth within a collaborative, team-oriented culture. Joining Estes means becoming part of a respected industry leader dedicated to promoting a positive workplace culture valuing diversity and equal opportunity. Estes invites qualified candidates to apply online and to become part of a company that recognizes the value of every employee in achieving shared success.

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior management and dock experience
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work varied shifts including nights and weekends
• Ability to lift 20 pounds
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Willingness to work 50 hours per week average
• Knowledge of local metropolitan area
• Proficient in computer skills (AS/400 and MS Office a plus)