Dockworker: Freight Loader & Forklift Operator

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Ellenwood (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC is hiring for dock/warehouse roles across the United States. Duties include loading/unloading with forklifts and pallet jacks, securing freight, and ensuring compliance with DOT standards. Team members log issues and maintain a clean, safe workspace daily.

Minimum qualifications require a high school diploma or GED, and US work authorization. Preferred candidates may have forklift certification or hazmat training and previous warehouse experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Loads/unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks and related equipment.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight and maintain straps and dunnage.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading.
• Logs shortages and damages and participates in safe, cost-efficient shipping.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Dock tools

Job description

Saia Motor Freight Line LLC is hiring for dock/warehouse roles across the United States. Duties include loading/unloading with forklifts and pallet jacks, securing freight, and ensuring compliance with DOT standards. Team members log issues and maintain a clean, safe workspace daily.

Minimum qualifications require a high school diploma or GED, and US work authorization. Preferred candidates may have forklift certification or hazmat training and previous warehouse experience.