Freight Dock Operator — Forklift Loader/Unloader

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; LaSalle (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia LTL Freight is seeking an on-site Warehouse Forklift Operator to handle freight with forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment. You will load and unload trailers, verify shipments, and maintain secure freight handling under DOT regulations.

Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma, forklift certification or hazmat training, and the ability to lift heavy items. Paid hourly with comprehensive safety protocols in place.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or preferred.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training is 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 DOT regulations.
• Opens 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Job description

Saia LTL Freight is seeking an on-site Warehouse Forklift Operator to handle freight with forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment. You will load and unload trailers, verify shipments, and maintain secure freight handling under DOT regulations.

Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma, forklift certification or hazmat training, and the ability to lift heavy items. Paid hourly with comprehensive safety protocols in place.