Dockworker - Forklift Loader/Unloader (FT/PT)

Saia; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is looking for dependable associates to handle freight by loading and unloading with forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring safety and compliance. You’ll read labels, secure shipments, and maintain orderly dock operations across shifts, including nights and weekends as needed.

Experience with warehouse roles, forklift operation, and basic shipping documents is preferred, with hazmat training a plus. Saia offers competitive pay and benefits in a team-based environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; able to read and understand shipping docs.
• Prior warehouse/dock experience and forklift operation preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in verifying shipments.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks in compliance with regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight and manage straps, bars, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading.
• Follows bill of lading and QC procedures for timely, cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs shortages and damages and reports them accordingly.
• Promotes a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

English proficiency

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia is looking for dependable associates to handle freight by loading and unloading with forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring safety and compliance. You’ll read labels, secure shipments, and maintain orderly dock operations across shifts, including nights and weekends as needed.

Experience with warehouse roles, forklift operation, and basic shipping documents is preferred, with hazmat training a plus. Saia offers competitive pay and benefits in a team-based environment.