Port & Dock Worker / Longshoreman in South Dakota

Longshoremen and dock workers load and unload cargo ships at ports — some of the highest-paid blue-collar jobs in America when union-affiliated. ILWU and ILA members earn exceptional wages with overtime, and port jobs offer a pathway into maritime careers like harbor pilot or port supervisor.

$62,010 SD Median Salary
4% Growth Rate
1–12 months Training

💰 Port & Dock Worker / Longshoreman Salary in South Dakota

Estimated salary range for Port & Dock Worker / Longshoremans in South Dakota, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$38,000
Median
$62,010
Experienced
$95,000

🎓 Port & Dock Worker / Longshoreman Licensing in South Dakota

Credential required: ILWU/ILA Union Membership + TWIC Card

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the South Dakota state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Port & Dock Worker / Longshoreman Programs in South Dakota

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🏫 Schools and programs related to Port & Dock Worker / Longshoreman in South Dakota

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Community College

Lake Area Technical College

📍 Watertown, SD
Certificate 1-<2yr

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