Forklift Operator & Freight Loader (Dock)

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking an energetic dockworker to sort and handle freight in & out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, following DOT and safety rules to ensure secure shipments.

Responsibilities include verifying shipments, maintaining load integrity, and documenting shortages or damages while keeping a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to read, write, communicate and comprehend English to perform tasks and complete shipping documents.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia is seeking an energetic dockworker to sort and handle freight in & out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight, following DOT and safety rules to ensure secure shipments.

Responsibilities include verifying shipments, maintaining load integrity, and documenting shortages or damages while keeping a clean, safe workspace.