Lebanon Hixson Forklift Operator FLO1 FLO2 All Shifts

Forklift Operator (FLO1 & FLO2) – All Shifts 

Location: Lebanon, TN (Hixon Blvd - Global Logistics Hub)

Agency: Abacus Corporation – Smyrna Branch

SHIFT SCHEDULES & COMPENSATION

Abacus is building a "Ready-to-Work" pipeline for experienced equipment operators at a premier, climate-controlled government facility.

Shift  Hours  Pay Range (FLO1 & FLO2)

1st Shift  Mon–Thu (5:00 AM – 3:30 PM) $18.00 – $19.00/hr

2nd Shift  Mon–Thu (4:00 PM – 2:30 AM) $21.00 – $22.00/hr

Weekend (AWS) Fri–Sun (5:00 AM – 3:30 PM) $19.50 – $20.50/hr

## EQUIPMENT & TRAINING

• FLO1 Requirements: Proficient in Cherry Picker (Order Picker) and Dock Stocker .

• FLO2 Requirements: Advanced proficiency in Cherry Picker , Swing Reach , and Reach Truck .

• The Safety Phase: All operators begin with one month of safety training . You will not operate equipment until you are officially certified onsite by the client. During this time, you will assist with general warehouse tasks involving brand-new laptop technology.

GOVERNMENT COMPLIANCE & SITE RULES

This is a high-security facility. All candidates must meet the following:

• Citizenship Verification: Must provide an original Birth Certificate & ID OR a valid US Passport.

• No Electronics: Personal electronics (phones, smartwatches, tablets) are strictly prohibited inside the warehouse.

• Initiative: During downtime, operators are expected to stay busy by assisting other departments or organizing the facility.

• The 11-Month Rule: Positions are Temp-to-Hire; eligibility for permanent hire begins near 11 months of service.

STRICT ATTENDANCE POLICY

We are looking for serious, career-minded professionals:

• First 2 Weeks: Zero call-outs or absences permitted.

• First 90 Days: Only one (1) call-out permitted.

• Prior History: If you have previously worked at any FedEx facility, you must disclose this immediately as this may cause a delay in start time.

THE 3-PART APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Digital: Apply and complete onboarding paperwork online.

2. Clearance: Pass the required vetting and citizenship verification.

3. Office Visit (Smyrna): Visit our office (105 Jefferson St) for a 45-minute finalization.

   • Forklift Testing: 20-minute video + 40-question test.

   • Safety Evaluation: Two 5-minute videos + 15-question test.

   • Drug Screen: 3-minute oral mouth swab.

ABACUS BENEFITS

• Weekly Pay

• Medical, Dental, & Vision options.

• $50 Referral Bonus: (After person completes 200 hours).

• Monthly Swag Raffle: Leave a Google Review for a chance to win exclusive Abacus gear!