PT Dockworker - Cedar Rapids, IA

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC is seeking an experienced warehouse associate to load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment. You will verify shipments, maintain security, and ensure compliance with regulations to support efficient transport operations.

The role emphasizes safe handling, continuous monitoring of freight integrity, and a proactive approach to keeping the warehouse organized and compliant with DOT standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training preferred.
• Must be able to lift and move objects of varying sizes and weights.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight during loading/unloading.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing Freight; logs shortages and damages.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

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.Position SummarySorts and handles freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. Operates forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight.Major Tasks and ResponsibilitiesLoads 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.Preferred QualificationsHigh 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.Pay Rate: $26.05 - $29.75 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.