FT Dockworker - Columbus, OH

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

Job summary

Saia in Columbus, OH is seeking dockworkers to assist in loading, unloading, and sorting freight using forklifts and pallet jacks. You will move freight on trailers and yard operations, with potential hostler duties as needed.

Responsibilities include reading shipping labels, securing cargo, and adhering to DOT guidelines. Experience in freight docks or warehouses is preferred. Pay ranges from $25.50 to $29.25 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Freight handling experience required.
• Forklift certification required.
• Hazmat training preferred.
• Previous freight dock or warehouse experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Read and interpret shipping labels.
• Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary.
• Secure freight inside the trailer using the provided and appropriate dunnage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Freight handling experience

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Warehouse experience

Job description

Job Summary

Saia 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 Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines
• Read and interpret shipping labels
• Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary
• Secure freight inside the trailer using the provided and appropriate dunnage
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Freight handling experience
• Forklift certification
• Hazmat training
• Previous freight dock or warehouse experience helpful

Pay Rate: $25.50 - $29.25 per hour, based on experience

Benefits

At 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.

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.