Forklift Operator - Edmonton, AB Canada

XPO; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

XPO is looking for a Forklift Operator to join their team in Edmonton. The successful candidate will handle freight efficiently, ensuring safety and compliance while using various equipment. Benefits include competitive pay starting at $23.73 with health benefits and a pension plan.

Benefits

Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Pension plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have dock/warehouse experience.
• Forklift experience in a freight environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load and unload freight efficiently.
• Use pallet jack and forklift safely.
• Secure freight in trailers using appropriate tools.

Skills

Basic math calculations

Attention to detail

Job description

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

• 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 / warehouse experience in the transportation industry
• Forklift experience in a freight / less-than-truckload environment
• Experience loading and unloading trailers
• Strong attention to detail and desire to succeed

About the Forklift Operator job

Pay, benefits and more :

• Pay starts at $23.73
• Extended health benefits (medical, dental and vision)
• Pension plan
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage

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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to [emailprotected] . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying.

Accommodation email must include :

• Your name
• Job title with location (city / province) and requisition ID
• A clear description of the disability accommodation that you are seeking

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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