Dockworker - Forklift Operator & Freight Loader (FT/PT)

Saia, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Saia, Inc. is hiring for full‑time opportunities in the United States. The role involves sorting and handling freight, operating forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload items, and ensuring shipments meet state, federal, and DOT regulations.

Preferred candidates have forklift or pallet jack experience and, ideally, hazmat training. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and punctual, cost-efficient transport with a commitment to a strong team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write and communicate in English to handle shipping documents and reports.
• Preferred experience with warehouse equipment and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment per regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight and maintain straps and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading.
• Follows procedures to ensure timely, safe, and cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs shortages and damages and reports them according to process.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Hazmat Training

Job description

Saia, Inc. is hiring for full‑time opportunities in the United States. The role involves sorting and handling freight, operating forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload items, and ensuring shipments meet state, federal, and DOT regulations.

Preferred candidates have forklift or pallet jack experience and, ideally, hazmat training. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and punctual, cost-efficient transport with a commitment to a strong team environment.