PT Dockworker - Chattanooga, TN
Saia Inc.•Chattanooga, TN
•$27 - $30
About The Position
The Dockworker sorts and handles freight moving in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. The role operates forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, while following applicable regulations and established procedures to support secure, timely, claims-free, and cost-efficient shipments. The position also involves reporting freight shortages and damage and maintaining a safe, clean work environment.
Nice To Haves
- 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
- Load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and Department of Transportation regulations.
- Operate dock tools to secure freight properly, including straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
- Load, recoup, rewrap, and stack freight as needed.
- Read shipment labels and correctly secure freight for loading and unloading trailers.
- Follow established bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free, and cost-efficient shipments.
- Log, report, and process freight shortages and damages.
- Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and great benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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