Dockworker: Forklift Operator — Safe Loads, Competitive Pay

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a warehouse professional to sort, load, and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks. You will follow safety regulations and DOT requirements while handling shipments efficiently.

The role emphasizes accurate labeling, secure loading, and adherence to quality control procedures to ensure on-time, damage-free deliveries. A high school diploma or GED and forklift-related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training preferred.

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 dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading trailers.
• Follows bill of lading and quality control procedures to ensure timely, damage-free shipments.

Skills

Forklift operation

Dock work

Hazmat training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia LTL Freight in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a warehouse professional to sort, load, and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks. You will follow safety regulations and DOT requirements while handling shipments efficiently.

The role emphasizes accurate labeling, secure loading, and adherence to quality control procedures to ensure on-time, damage-free deliveries. A high school diploma or GED and forklift-related experience are preferred.