Forklift Operator FAC Shift

$42,411 - $42,411/Yr

XPO Logistics - Abilene, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Abilene, TX

1-10 employees

Truck Transportation

About the position

The Forklift Operator at XPO is responsible for efficiently sorting, handling, loading, and unloading freight in a fast-paced environment. This role requires adherence to safety policies while operating motorized and manual equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks. The position offers opportunities for growth within a leading global transportation services provider.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load, and unload palletized and non-palletized freight efficiently.
• Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies.
• Adhere to company safety policies while working in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments.
• Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator.
• Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes.

Nice-to-haves

• Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry.
• Forklift experience in a freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) environment.
• Experience loading and unloading trailers.
• Strong attention to detail and desire to succeed.

Benefits

• Pay starts at $20.39/hour.
• Additional $1.80/hour shift premium for nights.
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year.
• 10 paid company holidays.
• 401(k) option with company match.
• Education assistance.