PT Dockworker - Victoria, TX

Saia Inc. • Victoria, TX

3d • $26 - $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 uses forklifts, pallet jacks, and other dock equipment to load and unload freight, verify shipments, secure loads, and support timely, claims-free, cost-efficient shipments. The Dockworker also records freight shortages and damage and helps maintain a safe, clean work environment.

This position requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting, and regularly handling freight, including frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying items up to 100 pounds. Team lifting or mechanical assistance is required for heavier items. Work may involve varying temperatures and weather conditions because of dock and yard exposure, and schedules may vary to meet operational demands.

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 shipping documents, reports, and records.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, or carry freight up to 100 pounds; team lift or mechanical assistance is required for heavier items.
• Ability to regularly use 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.

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 applicable state, federal, and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Operate dock tools and maintain straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage to secure freight properly.
• Load, recoup, rewrap, and stack freight as needed.
• Read shipment labels, verify shipments, and secure freight for loading and unloading.
• Follow established bill and quality control procedures to support timely, claims-free, and 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