Dockworker & Forklift Operator — Freight Loader

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC seeks a warehouse/dock loader to sort and handle freight for over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, ensuring secure handling and compliance with DOT regulations.

The role emphasizes accurate shipment verification, documentation of shortages and damages, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in warehouse, freight, dock, forklift or pallet jack preferred.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training preferred.
• 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 regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure and strap freight and maintain dunnage.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading.
• Logs, reports, and processes shortages and damages to freight.
• Maintains a safe, clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Ability to lift and move heavy objects

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC seeks a warehouse/dock loader to sort and handle freight for over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, ensuring secure handling and compliance with DOT regulations.

The role emphasizes accurate shipment verification, documentation of shortages and damages, and maintaining a safe work environment.