Dockworker: Freight Loader/Unloader with Forklift Experience

Saia Sales; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia, a leading logistics and transportation provider, is hiring for full- and part-time dock/jockey positions in the United States. You will load and unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and help ensure shipments are secure and on time.

Requirements: 18+, high school diploma or GED, able to read and follow instructions in English, and authorized to work in the United States. Pay rate starts at $26.55 per hour and goes up to $30.30 with experience, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language to perform shipping duties and complete records.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with state, federal, and DOT regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight and maintain straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading and unloading trailers.
• Follows bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, claims-free shipments.
• Logs, reports and processes shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Dock operations

Pallet jack handling

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia, a leading logistics and transportation provider, is hiring for full- and part-time dock/jockey positions in the United States. You will load and unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and help ensure shipments are secure and on time.

Requirements: 18+, high school diploma or GED, able to read and follow instructions in English, and authorized to work in the United States. Pay rate starts at $26.55 per hour and goes up to $30.30 with experience, plus benefits.