Bulk Forklift Driver- 2nd Shift (3pm-11:30pm, M-F)

Barnes & Noble; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount 50%

Sick pay

Vacation days

Personal days

Company holidays

401(k)

Health benefits

Dentist/vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Basic forklift certification is required; prior experience is preferred. Pay is $21.50/hr with a $1 shift differential, totaling $22.50/hr on the 2nd shift, plus comprehensive benefits as a full-time employee.

Qualifications

• Must pass OSHA forklift training and certification.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced warehouse.
• Demonstrates safe operation of equipment and hazards awareness.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and maintain a safe work environment.
• Operate forklift equipment to store, pull, and fulfill orders accurately and timely.
• Comply with driver training and guidelines.
• Work with urgency to meet daily production goals.
• Assist new hires and transfers in a friendly manner.
• Communicate with management positively regarding questions or issues.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform duties on the warehouse floor, including heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods.
• Be flexible with schedule during peak season.

Skills

Forklift certification

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Prior forklift experience

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Order picker

Job description

Title: Bulk Forklift Driver- 2nd Shift (3pm-11:30pm, M-F)

Category: Operations & Distribution

EmploymentType: Full-Time

Location: NV-Reno

LocationType: dist_center

JobLocation: Reno, Nevada 89521

JobSummary: Benefit offerings for Regular Full-time positions include:

• Generous 50% employee discounts available to use in our stores, online, and cafes!


• Sick Pay, Vacation, Personal Days and Company Holidays, 401(k), Health Benefits (Medical, Prescription, Vision and Dental), Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement

Payrate is $21.50/hr (+ $1 shift differential) for a total of $22.50/hr on 2nd Shift.

As a bulk forklift driver, you have a passion for great service and ensure the accurate and timely fulfillment of customer orders, for both our Barnes & Noble stores and .com customers. You take pride in assuring product is available to complete the order fulfillment process, A bulk forklift driver consistently meets or exceeds the daily production goals and is comfortable performing these duties in a warehouse environment in accordance with our Core Values.

You will be certified to operate up to 5 different forklift machines (order picker, sit down, pallet jack, reach, turret).

Previous experience using the electric pallet jack and order picker is required.

What you do:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and foster a safe work environment


• Operate various forklift equipment safely, ensuring product is stored, pulled and available for order fulfillment in a timely and accurate manner.


• Follows all driver training and driver guidelines.


• Work with a sense of urgency and care, assuring individual and department daily production goals are met or exceeded.


• Assist new hires and department transfers in a friendly and approachable manner with any questions they may have.


• Communicate in a positive manner with members of management with any questions or concerns.


• Comply with all company policies and procedures.


• Work on the warehouse floor, which requires physical activity (I.e., driving, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs. including the ability to stand for long periods of time) in driver assigned areas as needed.


• Flexible with schedule required during peak season as business needs arise.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Can successfully pass all OSHA required forklift driver classroom and practical certification.


• Can multitask in a fast-paced environment.


• Demonstrated ability to work in a safe manner at all times.


• Possess basic written and verbal communication skills as well as mathematical skills.


• Is detailed and accurate.


• Prior forklift driving experience is preferred.

Expected Behaviors:

• Show respect and kindness towards your fellow booksellers.


• Act with empathy and care for others.


• Act with integrity and trust, promoting our bookselling culture and core values.


• Is efficient and works well in a fast-paced environment.


• Is collaborative and enjoys working with people.


• Is motivated to provide exceptional customer service.

EeoStatement: Barnes & Noble is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, hairstyle, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.