Forklift Operator - Part-Time
About The Position
XPO is hiring a part-time Forklift Operator to sort, handle, load and unload freight in a dock environment. The role uses motorized and manual equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, as well as mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments. Operators secure freight inside trailers and follow company safety policies while working efficiently. The dock is not climate-controlled and may be slippery. The listed afternoon schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; applicants must also be available for varied shifts as freight volumes change. Expected pay is $22.85 to $28.10 per hour, with annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and skill set. Comprehensive benefits options are available to employees scheduled for 30 or more hours per week. This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be able to perform basic math calculations with and without a calculator.
- Be available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends, due to varying freight volumes.
- Frequently lift freight and other objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift objects weighing more than 70 pounds.
- Safely walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery.
- Reach, including overhead, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary.
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 a desire to succeed.
Responsibilities
- Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight.
- Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies.
- Work safely and efficiently while adhering to company safety policies.
- Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments.
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits options are available for employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
