Dockworker: Forklift & Freight Loader | Grayslake, IL

Saia LTL Freight; Mundelein (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight in Mundelein, IL is hiring for full- and part-time dock positions. You will load and unload trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks, verify shipments, and help ensure on-time, damage-free deliveries in a fast-paced distribution environment.

The role requires safety awareness, ability to lift up to 100 pounds, and the ability to work varying shifts including nights and weekends. Prior forklift certification or hazmat training is preferred, along with a high school diploma or

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training is preferred.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend English to perform shipping tasks.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight and maintain straps, bars, airbags, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading and unloading.
• Logs, reports, and processes shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Reading labels

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia LTL Freight in Mundelein, IL is hiring for full- and part-time dock positions. You will load and unload trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks, verify shipments, and help ensure on-time, damage-free deliveries in a fast-paced distribution environment.

The role requires safety awareness, ability to lift up to 100 pounds, and the ability to work varying shifts including nights and weekends. Prior forklift certification or hazmat training is preferred, along with a high school diploma or