Forklift Operator FT
About The Position
R+L Carriers is hiring full-time Forklift Operators at its Grand Rapids, Michigan service center. The role involves safely moving various types of freight in and out of enclosed trailers up to 53 feet long. Operators use a forklift on a roofed, non-climate-controlled dock. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The starting pay is $24.03 per hour. Paid time off is available after the first 90 calendar days of employment. R+L Carriers is a family-owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. It serves the transportation and distribution industry and emphasizes efficient administration, innovative thinking, and treating employees and customers with respect and honesty. The company provides equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations in the hiring process upon request.
Requirements
- Must be able to bend, lift, and stoop without difficulty.
- Ability to read manifests.
- Ability to read and interact with a computer display.
- Forklift experience, including previous experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be dependable and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Some LTL experience.
Responsibilities
- Safely move various types of freight in and out of enclosed trailers up to 53 feet long using a forklift.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Paid time off available after the first 90 calendar days of employment.
- Vacation lodging at employee resorts in Daytona Beach, Florida; Big Bear Lake, California; Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; and Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
