Dockworker: Fast-Paced Freight Loader with Forklift Skills

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Kansas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Great benefits

Job summary

Saia is seeking reliable teammates for full-time or part-time dock and freight handling roles in the United States. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, verify shipments, and help maintain a safe, organized dock environment.

The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits as part of Saia’s longstanding commitment to employees. Primary duties include moving freight, complying with DOT regulations, and performing quality checks.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately complete various shipping documents, reports and records required of the position.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Operates dock tools to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and correctly securing freight for both loading and unloading trailers.
• Follows established bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free, and cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs, reports, and processes any shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Saia is seeking reliable teammates for full-time or part-time dock and freight handling roles in the United States. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, verify shipments, and help maintain a safe, organized dock environment.

The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits as part of Saia’s longstanding commitment to employees. Primary duties include moving freight, complying with DOT regulations, and performing quality checks.