Dockworker: Freight Loader & Forklift Pro

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a dock/warehouse worker to help load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks at our Illinois facility. You will follow DOT regulations, ensure cargo is secured, and participate in quality control to support timely shipments.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and appropriate certifications or hazmat training. A strong commitment to safety and efficiency is essential.

Qualifications

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

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.

Job description

Saia is seeking a dock/warehouse worker to help load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks at our Illinois facility. You will follow DOT regulations, ensure cargo is secured, and participate in quality control to support timely shipments.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and appropriate certifications or hazmat training. A strong commitment to safety and efficiency is essential.