Dockworker & Forklift Operator: Move Freight Safely

Saia; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a warehouse associate to load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment. You will follow safety rules and DOT regulations, working at our Bethlehem-area facility. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification or hazmat training, and the ability to lift heavy objects.

Pay ranges from $26.55 to $30.30 per hour, with competitive benefits. Experience in warehouse or dock environments is preferred, and you will contribute to

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 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

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Hazmat training

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia is seeking a warehouse associate to load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment. You will follow safety rules and DOT regulations, working at our Bethlehem-area facility. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification or hazmat training, and the ability to lift heavy objects.

Pay ranges from $26.55 to $30.30 per hour, with competitive benefits. Experience in warehouse or dock environments is preferred, and you will contribute to