Dockworker: Freight Loader & Forklift Pro

Saia Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. is seeking a floor-oriented Dock Worker in Baton Rouge to load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, while maintaining safety and accuracy in every move.

You will verify shipments, secure freight, and help ensure timely, cost-efficient deliveries across the network. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus forklift or hazmat training and the ability to lift varying weights.

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

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Pallet jack experience

Hazmat training

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia Inc. is seeking a floor-oriented Dock Worker in Baton Rouge to load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, while maintaining safety and accuracy in every move.

You will verify shipments, secure freight, and help ensure timely, cost-efficient deliveries across the network. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus forklift or hazmat training and the ability to lift varying weights.