Forklift Operator - Full-Time

About the position

As a Forklift Operator at XPO, you will be responsible for efficiently sorting, handling, loading, and unloading both palletized and non-palletized freight. You will use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts, to secure freight inside trailers using the necessary tools and supplies. The role requires adherence to company safety policies while working in a safe and efficient manner. You will also utilize mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments. The work environment includes a loading dock that is not climate-controlled, and you will be expected to work for extended periods in this setting.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight
• Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies
• Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
• 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, including days, evenings, nights and weekends

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 $23.85/hour
• Split Shift
• 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
• This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position