FT Dockworker - Columbus, OH

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Job summary

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC is seeking dockworkers to efficiently sort, handle and load freight into and unload it from trailers and containers using a sit-down forklift. Some duties may include hostler tasks moving trailers throughout the yard and ensuring DOT-compliant handling.

Qualifications include forklift certification and freight dock experience; hazmat training and general warehouse experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification and freight handling experience required.
• Hazmat training preferred.
• Previous dock or warehouse experience helpful.
• Ability to read shipping labels and interpret DOT guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using forklift, pallet jack, or manually.
• Read and interpret shipping labels.
• Secure freight inside trailer using dunnage.
• Move trailers as needed in the yard (hostler duties).

Skills

Forklift certification

Freight handling experience

HazMat training

Dock/warehouse experience

Job description

Full Time and Part Time opportunities available!Ready To Go Further?Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.Job SummarySaia 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 ResponsibilitiesLoad and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelinesRead and interpret shipping labelsHand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessarySecure freight inside the trailer using the provided and appropriate dunnageOther duties as assignedPreferred QualificationsFreight handling experienceForklift certificationHazmat trainingPrevious freight dock or warehouse experience helpfulPay Rate: $25.50 - $29.25 per hour, based on experienceBenefitsAt Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.Make Your MoveAt Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.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.