Dock Operations Pro: Forklift & Freight Loader

Saia Sales

Tennessee

On-site

USD 37,000 - 42,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Saia is seeking a dependable warehouse associate to sort, load, and unload freight for over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move freight while following DOT and safety regulations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and relevant warehouse or dock experience, plus forklift certification or hazmat training. The role offers a competitive hourly pay rate and benefits.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Experience in warehouse, freight, dock, forklift or pallet jack preferred.
Forklift certification or hazmat training is a plus.
Ability to lift and move objects of various shapes, sizes and weights.

Responsibilities

Loads and unloads freight using forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment in compliance with state, federal and DOT regulations.
Operates dock tools to secure freight and maintain straps, bars, air bags, cardboard and dunnage.
Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading trailers.
Follows bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free, cost-efficient shipments.
Logs, reports, and processes shortages and damages to freight.
Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.