Freight Dock Loader & Forklift Operator

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight in Lincoln, NE, is seeking a dock/warehouse associate to load and unload freight, operating forklifts and pallet jacks to handle shipments with attention to safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and forklift certification or hazmat training; warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience is preferred. Competitive pay and benefits accompany opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, freight, dock, forklift or pallet jack preferred.
• Forklift operation experience is required/specified as preferred.
• Hazmat training or forklift certification is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED is required or preferred.

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

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Pallet jack experience

Hazmat training (certified)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia LTL Freight in Lincoln, NE, is seeking a dock/warehouse associate to load and unload freight, operating forklifts and pallet jacks to handle shipments with attention to safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and forklift certification or hazmat training; warehouse, freight, dock, forklift, or pallet jack experience is preferred. Competitive pay and benefits accompany opportunities for growth.