Saia

PT Dockworker - Allentown, PA

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $25.75 - $29.40
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

competitive compensation
Training and development opportunities
supportive leadership
team-oriented culture
safe work environment
employee recognition programs
equal opportunity employment

Job Description

Saia is a well-established logistics and transportation company that has been successfully operating for over a century. Known for doing things the right way, Saia prioritizes its people, customers, and community. The company's commitment to quality service and ethical business practices sets it apart in the industry. With hundreds of terminals across the United States, Saia continues to grow and expand its reach, offering extensive opportunities for career advancement and skill development. The company culture is driven by core values such as dignity, respect, safety, and a customer-first approach. This creates a positive and supportive work environment where employees feel... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 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

Job Qualifications

  • 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

Job Duties

  • Loads 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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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