Freight Dock Loader & Forklift Operator

Saia Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Warehouse Associate to load and unload freight and operate forklifts and pallet jacks. You will handle trailers, verify shipments, and help ensure safe, efficient operations across dock activities.

Our team values safety, accuracy, and a strong work ethic. A high school diploma or GED is required, with forklift certification or hazmat training preferred. Pay ranges from $26.55 to $30.30 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

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

Safety awareness

Logistics handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia Inc. in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Warehouse Associate to load and unload freight and operate forklifts and pallet jacks. You will handle trailers, verify shipments, and help ensure safe, efficient operations across dock activities.

Our team values safety, accuracy, and a strong work ethic. A high school diploma or GED is required, with forklift certification or hazmat training preferred. Pay ranges from $26.55 to $30.30 per hour based on experience.