Dockworker: Forklift Operator for Freight Loading

saia; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking an experienced warehouse associate to sort and handle freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, and city trailers. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards.

You will verify shipments, maintain secure loading practices, and participate in documenting shortages or damages. A high school diploma or GED and forklift certification are preferred, with hazmat training a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack operations.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training required.
• 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 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

Load/unload freight

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack

Job description

Saia is seeking an experienced warehouse associate to sort and handle freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, and city trailers. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards.

You will verify shipments, maintain secure loading practices, and participate in documenting shortages or damages. A high school diploma or GED and forklift certification are preferred, with hazmat training a plus.