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Utility Assistant

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Houston, Texas Full time JR3790-2026 Pay Rate: $19.10 - $22.15 per hour, based on experience

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.


Position Summary

Supports the general maintenance and operational tasks of keeping facilities and equipment operating smoothly.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Performs general cleaning and maintenance of facilities, trucks, and trailers.
  • Cleans and maintains shop areas not covered under the janitorial contract.
  • Picks up ordered parts and supplies.
  • Maintains and tracks inventory records and conducts regular inventory checks on shop equipment and tools.
  • Supports the distribution of supplies and equipment to various departments.
  • Scheduling routine maintenance activities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Ability to operate a forklift.
  • Working knowledge in basic repairs for facility
  • Mechanically inclined.

Pay Rate: $19.10 - $22.15 per hour, based on experience

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.

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.


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