Dockworker — Forklift & Freight Loader (Full/Part Time)

Saia Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Great benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Saia Inc. is hiring for full-time and part-time dock positions in Florida. The role involves sorting and handling freight, loading and unloading with forklifts and pallet jacks, and following DOT safety rules. Excellent benefits and room to grow are highlighted in the posting.

Minimum requirements include being at least 18, a high school diploma or GED, and authorized to work in the United States. English literacy is essential for shipping documents and communications with the team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Operates dock tools to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and correctly securing freight for both loading and unloading trailers.
• Follows established bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free, and cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs, reports, and processes any shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia Inc. is hiring for full-time and part-time dock positions in Florida. The role involves sorting and handling freight, loading and unloading with forklifts and pallet jacks, and following DOT safety rules. Excellent benefits and room to grow are highlighted in the posting.

Minimum requirements include being at least 18, a high school diploma or GED, and authorized to work in the United States. English literacy is essential for shipping documents and communications with the team.