Forklift Operator - Part-Time

XPO•Rosemont, IL

10d•$24 - $30

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 pallet jacks and forklifts, as well as tools and supplies to secure freight in trailers and mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments. The dock is not climate-controlled, and the work may involve extended periods in those conditions. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Employees must be available for a variety of shifts as freight volumes vary, including days, evenings, nights and weekends. The expected pay range is $24.37 to $29.93 per hour, with annual step progression; actual compensation may vary based on experience and skill set. Competitive, comprehensive benefits options are available to employees scheduled to work at least 30 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 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 above the head; 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

Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight efficiently.
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.