Evening Dockworker: Forklift & Freight Loader (Part-Time)

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a part-time dock worker in Grand Rapids, MI. You will sort and handle freight in and out of over-the-road equipment and operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight.

Hours are Monday to Friday, with pay rates of $25.50–$29.25 per hour based on experience. The role involves safety-focused routines and adherence to DOT regulations, with opportunities to grow in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training.
• Ability to lift and move objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.

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

Physical fitness

Attention to safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Saia is seeking a part-time dock worker in Grand Rapids, MI. You will sort and handle freight in and out of over-the-road equipment and operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight.

Hours are Monday to Friday, with pay rates of $25.50–$29.25 per hour based on experience. The role involves safety-focused routines and adherence to DOT regulations, with opportunities to grow in a supportive team environment.