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Saia

PT Dockworker - Chicago, IL

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $25.00 - $29.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
competitive pay
Career development opportunities
safe work environment
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

Saia is a distinguished logistics and transportation company known for doing things the right way. Founded over a century ago, Saia has grown into a leading carrier with hundreds of terminals across the United States. This company prides itself on its commitment to people, customers, and community, which is reflected in its core values such as dignity, respect, a customer-first approach, and safety. The culture at Saia promotes a supportive work environment where employees receive guidance and encouragement from leadership and peers right from the first day. The organization emphasizes career growth and development by offering opportunities to learn new... 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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