What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dockworker position at SAIA LTL Freight?
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When it began in 1924, Saia LTL Freight covered a two-state area: Louisiana and Texas. Today, Saia is one of the most successful carriers in the U.S., providing nationwide less-than-truckload (LTL), non-asset truckload, and third-party logistics services. Headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia, Saia is a fast-growing company offering industry-leading benefits and opportunities to inspire every member of our team. With over 12,000 employees dedicated to their jobs and our customers, you may discover your own career path at Saia.
Job Summary
Saia is currently looking for dockworkers to join our team. Our dockworkers will efficiently sort, handle and load freight into and unload it from over-the-road equipment, containers, and city trailers using a sit-down forklift. In some instances, our dockworkers will also perform the job duties of a hostler, moving trailers throughout our yard.
Job Responsibilities
- Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines
- Read and interpret shipping labels
- Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary
- Secure freight inside the trailer using the provided and appropriate dunnage
- Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- Freight handling experience
- Forklift certification
- Hazmat training
- Previous freight dock or warehouse experience helpful
Pay Rate: $24.25 - $28 per hour, based on experience
Our Mission
At Saia Inc., success comes down to taking care of the people who matter most – our customers, our employees and our shareholders. The rest will take care of itself.
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_To safely drive our customers’ success with custom solutions built on the three pillars of our service-focused values: people, purpose and performance._
Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.25 - $29.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Schedule:
- Evening shift
Experience:
- Forklift Driving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Forklift Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $29