Forklift Operator - Part-Time

XPO•Cedar Rapids, IA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

XPO is hiring a part-time Forklift Operator to sort, handle, load, and unload freight in a transportation 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 on a dock that is not climate-controlled. Experienced forklift operators can start at $28.10 per hour. The position is an afternoon shift and is classified as Motor Carrier Act Exempt. Competitive and comprehensive benefit options are available to employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week.

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; lifting is frequently up to 50 pounds and occasionally greater 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

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.
Work for extended periods on a dock that is not climate-controlled.