Equipment Operator - 3rd Shift

CVS Health • Jersey City, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

CVS Health is seeking dependable, safety-focused Equipment Operators for its Distribution Center team. The Equipment Operator safely uses powered equipment—including forklifts, pallet jacks, and wire-guided systems—to prepare, load, move, and position freight. The position supports cross-dock and consolidation activities to maintain accurate and efficient product flow throughout the warehouse. It also involves checking product accuracy, maintaining clean work areas, and following facility safety requirements.

The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., with 40 anticipated weekly hours. Starting pay is listed as $22.00 with shift differential; the stated typical pay range is $17.00–$34.15. This full-time position is eligible for benefits, based on eligibility, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification on warehouse powered equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and count accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift 30–50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds with a team lift.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work overtime or weekends during peak periods.

Nice To Haves

• Prior warehouse experience.
• Previous powered-equipment experience, including forklifts, pallet jacks, or wire-guided systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, wire-guided vehicles, and other powered equipment.
• Perform preliminary safety inspections on assigned equipment.
• Maintain required certifications for wire-guided power equipment and radio-frequency unit use.
• Move and position freight onto trailers safely and efficiently.
• Verify trailer size and number, review load requirements, and check orders for accuracy.
• Secure merchandise using tape, shrink wrap, or other stabilizing materials.
• Ensure proper weight distribution and maximize trailer space while minimizing load imbalance and damage risk.
• Inspect products for damage or defects and promptly report quality concerns.
• Verify product specifications, SKUs, quantities, and labels against order requirements.
• Track item movement, document discrepancies, and assist with stock monitoring to support inventory accuracy.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas in line with facility safety guidelines.
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel, loaders, and drivers to support efficient workflow.
• Support cross-dock functions by unloading inbound freight, checking for damage and accuracy, and sorting freight by destination.
• Perform consolidation tasks, including efficiently stacking product, maximizing pallet capacity, and securing pallets for safe movement.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED