Part-Time Dockworker: Forklift & Freight Pro

Saia; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a qualified dockworker to sort and handle freight entering and leaving over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. The role involves operating forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight safely and efficiently.

You will follow DOT and internal procedures, verify shipments, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while adapting to varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational demands.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend English to perform shipping duties and understand instructions.

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.
• 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 experience

Pallet jack operation

Dock/warehouse operations

Job description

Saia is seeking a qualified dockworker to sort and handle freight entering and leaving over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. The role involves operating forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight safely and efficiently.

You will follow DOT and internal procedures, verify shipments, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while adapting to varying schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational demands.