Dockworker: Load, Secure & Move Freight (Forklift)

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a warehouse/ dock worker to load and unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensure secure shipments. The role requires adherence to DOT regulations and strong safety practices.

You will contribute to efficient, error-free logistics operations across trailers and equipment. Preferred candidates have forklift certification with hazmat training or related warehouse experience, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training preferred.
• Experience with warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack is desirable.

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

Pallet jack operation

Load/unload freight

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia is seeking a warehouse/ dock worker to load and unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensure secure shipments. The role requires adherence to DOT regulations and strong safety practices.

You will contribute to efficient, error-free logistics operations across trailers and equipment. Preferred candidates have forklift certification with hazmat training or related warehouse experience, and a high school diploma or GED.