Forklift Operator

XPO•Sparks, NV

26d•Onsite

About The Position

XPO is hiring a Forklift Operator to sort, handle, load and unload freight in a dock environment. The role uses motorized and manual equipment and mobile handheld devices to move, secure, scan and track shipments. The dock is not climate-controlled, and the position requires physical activity and adherence to company safety policies. Experienced forklift operators can start at $28.81 per hour. The position is identified as Motor Carrier Act Exempt.

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 due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.
Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights, frequently up to 50 pounds and occasionally 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 a pallet jack and forklift.
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.
Work for extended periods on a dock that is not climate-controlled.