Forklift Operator

What you’ll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock. Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Preferred qualifications 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 desire to succeed Job responsibilities Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments Work on a dock that is not climate‑controlled for extended periods Physical requirements Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 70 lbs.) Safely walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate‑controlled and may be slippery Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary Benefits Experienced forklift operators can start at $28.81/hour. Full health insurance benefits are available on day one Life and disability insurance Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year 9 paid company holidays 401(k) option with company match Education assistance This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre‑employment drug test. The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here. #J-18808-Ljbffr XPO