Forklift Operator - Part-Time
About The Position
XPO is hiring a part-time Forklift Operator to sort, handle, load and unload freight at a dock. The role involves using motorized and manual equipment, securing freight inside trailers, following company safety policies, and scanning and tracking shipments with mobile handheld devices. Work takes place for extended periods on a dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery. The role is classified as exempt under the Motor Carrier Act. The expected pay range is $26.05 to $32.04 per hour, with pay on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary based on experience and skill set. Night shift is specified. Competitive and comprehensive benefits 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, 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.
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits options for employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
