What you’ll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

Be at least 18 years of age Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends

 

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

 

About the Forklift Operator job

Pay, benefits and more:

Experienced forklift operators can start at $27.41/hour 4:00am - 9:00am or 4:00pm - 9:00pm This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position

 

What you’ll do on a typical day:

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

 

Forklift Operators are required to:

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

 

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. 

 

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