Part-Time Dockworker: Night/Weekend Shifts, Competitive Pay

Saia Inc.; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 3,658,000 - 4,174,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. in the United States is seeking a Dockworker to load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment, following state, federal, and DOT regulations.

The role requires reading labels, securing freight for loading/unloading, keeping a safe, clean work environment, and documenting shortages or damages. The job involves lifting up to 100 pounds, standing, and working varying shifts including nights and weekends.

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 the job 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 handling

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Saia Inc. in the United States is seeking a Dockworker to load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment, following state, federal, and DOT regulations.

The role requires reading labels, securing freight for loading/unloading, keeping a safe, clean work environment, and documenting shortages or damages. The job involves lifting up to 100 pounds, standing, and working varying shifts including nights and weekends.