Part Time Dockworker

Saia Inc. • Edinburgh, IN

9d • $27 - $31

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, and uses dock tools and materials to secure loads. It follows established shipping and quality-control procedures, documents shortages and damage, and helps maintain a safe and clean work environment. The position is part-time and pays $26.85–$30.80 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend English to perform job tasks, understand instructions and regulations, respond to inquiries, and complete required shipping documents, reports, and records.

Nice To Haves

• Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in verifying shipments.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Use dock tools and materials, including straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage, to load and secure freight properly.
• Load, recoup, rewrap, and stack freight as needed.
• Verify shipments by reading labels and correctly securing freight for loading and unloading.
• Follow established bill and quality-control procedures to support timely, claims-free, cost-efficient shipments.
• Log, report, and process freight shortages and damage.
• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED