Dockworker - Forklift Ops, Flexible Hours, Great Benefits

Saia; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Great benefits

Job summary

Saia is currently looking for dockworkers in Austin, TX to efficiently sort, handle and load freight using a sit-down forklift, with hostler duties as needed. The role requires attention to safety and DOT compliance, with competitive hourly pay.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading freight, reading labels, securing cargo, and following proper procedures. Prior freight dock or warehouse experience is helpful; forklift certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Freight handling experience preferred and ability to operate a forklift.
• Forklift certification required.
• Hazmat training or willingness to obtain is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight on trailers using a forklift, pallet jack or manually in compliance with state and federal DOT guidelines
• Read and interpret shipping labels
• Hand load, rewrap or stack freight as necessary
• Secure freight inside the trailer using the provided and appropriate dunnage
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Freight handling

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Warehouse experience

Job description

Saia is currently looking for dockworkers in Austin, TX to efficiently sort, handle and load freight using a sit-down forklift, with hostler duties as needed. The role requires attention to safety and DOT compliance, with competitive hourly pay.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading freight, reading labels, securing cargo, and following proper procedures. Prior freight dock or warehouse experience is helpful; forklift certification is preferred.