Freight Dock Loader & Forklift Operator

Saia LTL Freight; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight is seeking a Dock Associate to load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring secure handling and regulatory compliance. You will verify shipments, log shortages, and help maintain a safe, efficient dock environment. Experience with forklifts and warehousing is preferred, with a focus on accuracy and safety.

The role requires the ability to work varied shifts, incl. nights, weekends, and holidays, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and understand English to perform duties.
• Strong attention to detail in verifying shipments and records.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 100 pounds with team lift or mechanical aid.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with regulations.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading/unloading.
• Logs and reports shortages and damages to freight and maintains a safe work environment.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Attention to detail

Team lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia LTL Freight is seeking a Dock Associate to load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring secure handling and regulatory compliance. You will verify shipments, log shortages, and help maintain a safe, efficient dock environment. Experience with forklifts and warehousing is preferred, with a focus on accuracy and safety.

The role requires the ability to work varied shifts, incl. nights, weekends, and holidays, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.