Freight Dock Operator: Forklift & Loading Pro

Saia; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is a leading logistics and transportation company dedicated to doing things the right way for our people, customers and communities. This role sorts and handles freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks and requires operating forklifts and pallet jacks safely and efficiently.

Pay rate is $26.05 - $29.75 per hour, based on experience. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language to perform job tasks and complete shipping documents.

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 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

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Saia is a leading logistics and transportation company dedicated to doing things the right way for our people, customers and communities. This role sorts and handles freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks and requires operating forklifts and pallet jacks safely and efficiently.

Pay rate is $26.05 - $29.75 per hour, based on experience. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive