FT Dockworker - Columbia, SC

Ready To Go Further?

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about.

Job Summary

Saia is currently looking for dockworkers to join our team. Our 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, our dockworkers will also perform the job duties of a hostler, moving trailers throughout our yard.

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That's why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won't go unnoticed.

Starting Pay Rate $25.75 per hour

Make Your Move At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that's driven by our core values – like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in verifying shipments.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoops, and lift throughout the shift.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying freight up to 100 pounds; team lift or mechanical assistance required for heavier items.
• Regular use of hands and arms for handling freight, operating pallet jacks, and securing loads.
• Ability to climb on and off forklifts, trailers, and dock platforms safely.
• 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 due to dock and yard exposure.
• Ability to work varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational demands.

Pay Rate: $25.75 - $29.40 per hour, based on experience