Job Description
Join the Team as a Night Shift Forklift Operator at XPO!
What You'll Need to Succeed:
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations, both with and without a calculator.
• Willingness to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in dock or warehouse settings within the transportation industry.
• Prior forklift operation experience in a freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) environment.
• Experience loading and unloading trailers.
• Strong attention to detail and a desire to excel.
About the Forklift Operator Position:
• Expected pay range: $23.43 to $28.78 per hour, with compensation based on experience and skills.
• Additional $1.80/hour premium for night shifts.
• Night Shift Hours.
• Comprehensive health insurance available on day one.
• Life and disability insurance included.
• Earn up to 13 days of paid time off during your first year.
• Nine paid holidays.
• 401(k) option with company match.
• Education assistance support.
• This position is classified as Motor Carrier Act Exempt.
Typical Daily Responsibilities:
• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight efficiently.
• Utilize motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Secure freight inside trailers using proper tools and materials.
• Adhere to company safety policies while working efficiently and safely.
• Employ mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments.
• Work in a loading dock environment that may not be climate-controlled for extended periods.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift freight and other objects weighing up to 50 lbs frequently and occasionally more than 70 lbs.
• Capability to walk and stand for long durations in a loading dock that may be slippery or non-climate-controlled.
• Willingness to bend, twist, push, pull, squat, and kneel as necessary.
About XPO:
XPO is a leading global provider of transportation services, boasting a highly integrated network of people, technology, and physical resources. We seek employees who thrive on challenges and can communicate effectively in any situation. Join us at XPO for a growth opportunity that drives success for both your career and our organization.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.
Please note, all applicants receiving a conditional job offer may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
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