Freight Dockworker & Forklift Operator

Saia Inc.; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. in Colchester, Vermont, is seeking a Freight Handler to sort and load/unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification or hazmat training, and the ability to lift varied weights. Pay ranges from $27.90 to $32.15 per hour based on experience, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Warehouse or dock experience preferred.
• Forklift certification or hazmat training is required.
• 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack handling

Job description

Saia Inc. in Colchester, Vermont, is seeking a Freight Handler to sort and load/unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification or hazmat training, and the ability to lift varied weights. Pay ranges from $27.90 to $32.15 per hour based on experience, with competitive benefits.