Part-Time Dockworker: Forklift & Freight Handler

Saia; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a warehouse associate in Omaha, NE to load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and DOT rules. You will verify shipments, secure freight, and support safe, efficient operations across dock areas.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience (with certification or hazmat training preferred), and the ability to lift varied loads with endurance. Join a team focused on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

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

Lifting & moving

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hazmat training

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Saia is seeking a warehouse associate in Omaha, NE to load and unload freight using forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and DOT rules. You will verify shipments, secure freight, and support safe, efficient operations across dock areas.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience (with certification or hazmat training preferred), and the ability to lift varied loads with endurance. Join a team focused on safety and reliability.