Freight Dockloader & Forklift Operator

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 3,478,000 - 3,974,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Saia is seeking a dockworker in Lincoln, NE to load/unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensure safe, compliant handling of shipments. You will verify labels, secure loads, and support accurate documentation. The role requires at least 18, a HS diploma or GED, and ability to work in the U.S. with English proficiency.

Join Saia to contribute to safe operations and cost-efficient shipping, with opportunities to advance within a nationwide freight network.

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 the job duties.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment in compliance with regulations.
• Operates dock tools to secure freight and maintain straps, bars, air bags, cardboard, and dunnage.
• Loads, recoups, rewraps, and stacks freight as needed.
• Verifies shipments by reading labels and securing freight for loading and unloading trailers.
• Follows bill and quality control procedures to ensure timely, cost-efficient shipments.
• Logs, reports, and processes shortages and damages to freight.
• Promotes and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Pallet jack experience

English language proficiency

Hazmat training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saia is seeking a dockworker in Lincoln, NE to load/unload freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensure safe, compliant handling of shipments. You will verify labels, secure loads, and support accurate documentation. The role requires at least 18, a HS diploma or GED, and ability to work in the U.S. with English proficiency.

Join Saia to contribute to safe operations and cost-efficient shipping, with opportunities to advance within a nationwide freight network.