Forklift Operator & Dock Loader – Freight Handling Expert

Saia; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a warehouse professional in Chattanooga, TN to load and unload freight, operate forklifts, and manage dock processes safely. You will verify shipments, follow quality controls, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

The role supports efficient, claims-free shipments across extensive terminal networks. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, warehouse/dock experience, forklift certification or hazmat training, and the ability to lift heavy objects.

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

Ability to lift objects

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia is seeking a warehouse professional in Chattanooga, TN to load and unload freight, operate forklifts, and manage dock processes safely. You will verify shipments, follow quality controls, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

The role supports efficient, claims-free shipments across extensive terminal networks. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, warehouse/dock experience, forklift certification or hazmat training, and the ability to lift heavy objects.