Saia

PT Dockworker - Miami, FL

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $26.05 - $29.90
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
competitive pay
Career advancement opportunities
supportive work environment
safety programs

Job Description

Saia is a renowned logistics and transportation company with a rich history spanning over a century. Known for doing things the right way, Saia is committed to its people, customers, and community. With hundreds of terminals nationwide, Saia prides itself on fostering a positive, collaborative, and motivated work culture driven by core values such as dignity, respect, safety, and a customer-first approach. This dedicated commitment to its employees begins from day one, providing strong leadership support and a team-oriented environment that encourages learning, growth, career advancement, and competitive compensation. Saia is focused on creating a rewarding workplace where superior employee... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Previous experience in warehouse or freight handling
  • Forklift certification preferred
  • Ability to operate pallet jacks and other dock equipment
  • Capability to lift heavy objects safely
  • Compliance with safety regulations and operational procedures

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, airbags, 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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