Dockworker & Forklift Operator - Freight Handling Pro

Saia Inc.; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. is looking for a warehouse team member to load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, and to ensure safe, secure handling of shipments. The role requires following DOT regulations, proper labeling, and adherence to quality procedures.

The position involves lifting and moving diverse items, maintaining equipment, and contributing to a safe, efficient dock environment. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 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 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 experience

Pallet jack experience

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia Inc. is looking for a warehouse team member to load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, and to ensure safe, secure handling of shipments. The role requires following DOT regulations, proper labeling, and adherence to quality procedures.

The position involves lifting and moving diverse items, maintaining equipment, and contributing to a safe, efficient dock environment. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered with opportunities for growth.