Dock Team Lead: Safe, Efficient Freight & Forklift Ops

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 82,954,000 - 95,132,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight is seeking a Dockworker to support supervisors in terminal operations, directing dockworkers and ensuring efficient sorting and handling of freight into and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks.

You will load and unload trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks, inspect shipments, verify labels, and follow DOT and safety procedures to keep shipments timely and damage-free.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend English to perform duties and complete shipping documents.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisors with leading and directing the daily functions of dockworkers.
• Coach, train, and mentor new and existing dockworkers.
• Load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with regulations.
• Inspect shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading.
• Follow bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free shipments.
• Log, report, and process freight shortages and damages.
• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Saia LTL Freight is seeking a Dockworker to support supervisors in terminal operations, directing dockworkers and ensuring efficient sorting and handling of freight into and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks.

You will load and unload trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks, inspect shipments, verify labels, and follow DOT and safety procedures to keep shipments timely and damage-free.