FT Dockworker - Macon, GA

Saia Inc. • Macon, GA

3d • $27 - $31

About The Position

The Dockworker sorts and handles freight 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, verifies and secures shipments, and follows established billing and quality-control procedures to support timely, claims-free, and cost-efficient shipments. The position also logs and processes freight shortages and damages and promotes a safe, clean work environment.

This role requires physical activity throughout the shift, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting. It involves frequent handling of freight weighing up to 100 pounds, with team lifting or mechanical assistance for heavier items. Work may take place in varying temperatures and weather conditions, and schedules may vary to meet operational demands, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The listed pay rate is $26.85–$30.80 per hour, based on experience. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

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, communicate with coworkers and the public, respond to management and government representatives, and complete required shipping documents, reports, and records.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift throughout the shift.
• Frequent ability to lift, push, pull, or carry freight up to 100 pounds; team lift or mechanical assistance is required for heavier items.
• Regular use of hands and arms to handle freight, operate pallet jacks, and secure loads.
• Ability to safely climb on and off forklifts, trailers, and dock platforms.
• Adequate vision and hearing, with or without correction, to operate equipment, read labels, and follow safety signals.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• Ability to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational demands.

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 to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
• Load, recoup, rewrap, and stack freight as needed.
• Verify shipments by reading labels and correctly securing freight during loading and unloading.
• Follow established billing 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.

What This Job Offers

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