PT Dockworker - Jackson, TN

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 35,473 - 40,501; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC in Jackson, TN is seeking a freight handler to sort and handle freight in and out of various vehicles. The role involves operating forklifts and pallet jacks, loading and unloading freight efficiently, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Preferred candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and forklift certification. The hourly pay ranges from $25.75 to $29.40 based on experience, with competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Operates dock tools for securely loading freight.
• Logs and reports any shortages or damages to freight.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Warehouse logistics

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Position Summary

Sorts and handles freight in and out of over-the-road equipment, containers, city trailers, and straight trucks. Operates forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload freight.

Major Tasks and 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.

Preferred 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.

Pay Rate

$25.75 - $29.40 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.