Forklift Dockworker - Competitive Pay + Bonus Eligible

Saia; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a warehouse dock worker in Des Moines, IA. You will load and unload freight from trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring secure handling and compliance with regulations. The role emphasizes safety and accuracy in shipments and daily dock operations.

Experience with warehouse equipment and a commitment to a clean, safe work environment are essential. Pay ranges by experience, with bonus eligibility noted.

Qualifications

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

Pallet jack

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hazmat training

Forklift certification

Job description

Saia is seeking a warehouse dock worker in Des Moines, IA. You will load and unload freight from trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring secure handling and compliance with regulations. The role emphasizes safety and accuracy in shipments and daily dock operations.

Experience with warehouse equipment and a commitment to a clean, safe work environment are essential. Pay ranges by experience, with bonus eligibility noted.