Forklift Operator I DOT (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises • Hanover, MD

17d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Cox Automotive is seeking a Forklift Operator I DOT to join their Vehicle Operations team. This role involves operating a forklift and tow truck to manage vehicles on the auction lot, ensuring safe and efficient movement for inventory, sales, and repairs. The position requires adherence to safety protocols, performing pre-trip inspections, and maintaining accurate vehicle records.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field.
• OR any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; OR 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
• No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily pre-trip safety inspections before beginning work for the day.
• Make minor adjustments and/or request repairs in writing to the mechanic or supervisor.
• Safely load, unload, rearrange, and maneuver Forklift/Loader with 18 foot forks throughout the auction lot.
• Read stock numbers on the computer screen and verify the stock number and vehicle information directly from vehicle before loading onto forks.
• Move vehicles to inventory staging, sale stalls, or storage as determined by lot location paperwork or computer screens.
• Operates tow truck, service vehicle, gas truck and forklift on the auction lot and in different locations as needed.
• Move vehicles into the garage or other sheltered areas for insurance inspections, vehicle repairs, or as requested by the supervisor.
• Load vehicles on transports or fleet trucks for transportation off of the lot.
• May need to present data to other teams and management.

Benefits

• Minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month.
• Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• Additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave.
• Time off to vote.
• Jury duty leave.
• Volunteer time off.
• Military leave.
• Parental leave.
• Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement planning (401(k)).
• Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

What This Job Offers

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