Dockworker: Forklift Load/Unload Freight with Precision

Saia Inc.

Concord (NH)

On-site

USD 56,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Saia Inc. is seeking a warehouse associate to sort and handle freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight and ensure secure, compliant handling.

The role requires forklift operation, dock experience, and attention to safety, with training in hazmat or forklift certification preferred. Benefits are provided and Saia supports career growth across hundreds of terminals.

Qualifications

HS diploma or GED required.
Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience.
Forklift certification or hazmat training.
Ability to lift and move objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.

Responsibilities

Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and DOT 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.