Dockworker & Forklift Operator — Load & Secure Freight

Saia Inc.

California

On-site

USD 54,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Saia Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Dock Worker to sort and handle freight and operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment. You will load and unload, verify shipments, and follow safety and quality procedures to ensure timely, cost-efficient shipments.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and forklift/pallet jack experience, with certification or hazmat training preferred. Saia offers competitive pay and benefits as part of a long-standing logistics team.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
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 state, federal, and DOT regulations.
Operates dock tools to ensure freight is loaded securely and properly, including maintaining straps and other materials.
Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading trailers.
Follows bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, cost-efficient shipments.
Logs, reports, and processes shortages and damages to freight.
Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.