Dockworker: Load, Unload & Secure Freight

Saia; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a warehouse associate to sort and handle freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards.

You will verify shipments, secure loads, and maintain documentation while contributing to cost-efficient, timely shipments.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English to perform shipping/documentation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight and maintain straps, bars, air bags, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading.
• Follows bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs, reports, and processes 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

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia is seeking a warehouse associate to sort and handle freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards.

You will verify shipments, secure loads, and maintain documentation while contributing to cost-efficient, timely shipments.