Dockworker & Forklift Operator - Freight Loader

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC in Bakersfield, CA seeks 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.

Key tasks include loading and unloading trailers, securing freight, and following DOT regulations, with emphasis on accuracy and safety. We value reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

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 operation

Pallet jack operation

Reading labels

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC in Bakersfield, CA seeks 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.

Key tasks include loading and unloading trailers, securing freight, and following DOT regulations, with emphasis on accuracy and safety. We value reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.