Dockworker - Lafayette, LA

Job Summary

Saia is currently looking for dockworkers to join our team. Dockworkers will efficiently sort, handle, and load freight into and unload it from over the road equipment, containers, and city trailers using a sit down forklift. In some instances, dockworkers may also perform hostler duties, moving trailers throughout the yard.

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack, or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines.
• Read and interpret shipping labels.
• Hand load, rewrap, or stack freight as necessary.
• Secure freight inside the trailer using appropriate dunnage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Freight handling experience.
• Forklift certification.
• Hazmat training.
• Previous freight dock or warehouse experience helpful.

$25.75 - $29.40 per hour, based on experience.

Saia provides a competitive compensation package and benefits to support the growth of its employees, rewarding superior performance and encouraging a positive workplace culture.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.