Forklift Driver

DSV•Sparks, NV

11d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Driver operates forklifts and other material-handling equipment to support shipping, receiving, picking, and warehouse operations. Duties include loading and unloading shipments; moving, staging, replenishing, stacking, and storing products; scanning and picking orders; and packaging, banding, shrink-wrapping, and labeling products according to client requirements. The role also involves counting and inspecting products, verifying order quality and accuracy, and reporting damage or discrepancies to leadership. Associates are expected to meet company performance, safety, and quality objectives; follow standard operating procedures and corporate and site-specific policies; maintain an orderly work area; and operate equipment safely and efficiently. Responsibilities also include inspecting equipment daily, performing minor maintenance, reporting equipment problems, maintaining an active forklift certification, and assisting with building, grounds, or equipment maintenance as assigned. Other duties may be assigned, and overtime may be required, either mandatory or voluntary. The schedule is Sunday through Tuesday, with every other Wednesday alternating, from 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. The position is based at the DSV location listed as USA – Amazon Web Services, Inc., Sparks. The posting states an expected base pay of $21.50 per hour; it also contains a conflicting later statement of $23.50–$23.50 annually, with compensation subject to job-related factors. DSV describes benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance; flexible spending and eligible health savings accounts; short- and long-term disability coverage; wellness resources and Employee Assistance Program services; a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions of up to 5%; paid time off programs; and paid company holidays. Benefits and eligibility may vary by location and division.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of experience in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
Ability to operate material-handling equipment.
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
Basic computer skills, including use of RF scanners and WMS functions.
English reading, writing, and verbal skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills for verifying product quantities, counting inventory, and related duties.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance and adapt to change in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to work in warehouse temperatures that are unregulated and may range from mild to moderate in warmer and colder months.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 21–50 pounds; reach above the shoulder or outward; and squat or kneel.
Ability to work overtime as dictated by business needs.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
1–3 years of forklift experience.
Current or prior material-handling equipment (MHE) certification.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to load outbound shipments and unload inbound shipments.
Move, stage, replenish, stack, and store products and materials in appropriate locations.
Pick orders accurately and stage them in designated areas to meet client demands.
Package, band, shrink-wrap, and label products according to client requirements.
Count and inspect products and orders; verify quality and report damage or discrepancies.
Follow standard operating procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards.
Maintain facility cleanliness, an orderly work area, and warehouse security.
Inspect forklifts and other equipment daily, perform minor maintenance, report equipment problems, and maintain an active forklift certification.
Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.
Perform other assigned duties and work overtime as dictated by business needs.