Dockworker & Forklift Operator — Load, Secure & Ship

Saia Inc.; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 35,817 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. in Grand Prairie, Texas, is seeking a warehouse associate to sort, load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in handling over-the-road equipment and containers.

You will follow DOT regulations, maintain equipment, and contribute to a clean, secure work environment while supporting timely shipments and cost-effective operations.

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

Warehouse/dock experience

Forklift operation

Pallet jack handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia Inc. in Grand Prairie, Texas, is seeking a warehouse associate to sort, load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in handling over-the-road equipment and containers.

You will follow DOT regulations, maintain equipment, and contribute to a clean, secure work environment while supporting timely shipments and cost-effective operations.