Dockworker: Forklift Operator & Freight Loader — Competitive Pay

Saia Inc.

Oakland (CA)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Saia Inc. in Oakland is seeking a Warehouse Dock 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.

Pay rate is $27.90–$32.15 per hour based on experience. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to regulations, and efficient shipment processing. Saia offers competitive compensation and benefits, with opportunities for growth in a long-standing logistics

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience preferred.
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 regulations.
Operates dock tools to secure freight, maintaining straps, bars, airbags, 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 quality control procedures to ensure timely, cost-efficient shipments.
Logs, reports shortages and damages to freight.
Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.