Forklift Operator

Roadrunner Transportation Services • Grand Prairie, TX

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Roadrunner is looking for skilled Forklift Operators who know how to move freight safely, efficiently, and with precision. You’ll be a key part of our dock operation, operating forklifts, loading and unloading trailers, moving freight through the service center, and keeping shipments moving across our network. Whether you’re starting before sunrise, working through the day, or keeping freight moving after dark, your work matters. It’s a fast-paced environment where safety, accuracy, teamwork, and performance matter, and great work gets noticed and rewarded. Find your shift. Bring your skills. Keep freight moving.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Forklift qualification required
• Ability to work safely and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow safety rules, work instructions, and operating procedures
• Basic math skills
• Dependable, team-oriented, and ready to work

Nice To Haves

• Previous forklift, dock, warehouse, freight, or logistics experience preferred
• LTL or cross-dock experience is a plus
• Hazardous Materials Training is a plus

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other dock equipment
• Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently
• Move, stack, and secure freight while protecting it from damage
• Scan, tag, and label shipments accurately
• Install blocking, bracing, and padding to secure freight in trailers
• Move freight between trailers, dock areas, and designated staging areas
• Keep the dock clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Follow safety procedures and hazardous materials requirements
• Work closely with supervisors and other dock team members to keep freight moving
• Identify and communicate safety concerns, damaged freight, or potential delays
• Help the team meet productivity, quality, and service goals

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• HSA with employer contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• FSA options
• Disability, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Employee Assistance Program and employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED