Certified Forklift Operator - Dock & Warehouse Specialist

Forward Air Corporation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corporation seeks a Forklift Operator to safely load/unload freight, operate forklifts, and document cargo movements in a multimodal terminal or warehouse setting.

Responsibilities include staging, scanning, and moving freight while maintaining safety, accuracy, and productivity. Certification and 3+ years of dock experience are required; multiple shifts, including overtime, may be available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Valid forklift certification/licensure required.
• 3+ years of dock or warehouse experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to recognize numbers, labels, barcodes, and freight markings accurately.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and other MHE.
• Move, stage, sort, and position freight between dock doors and trailers.
• Pick, pack, and prepare items for shipping and delivery.
• Label, scan, and track freight for accuracy and documentation integrity.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized dock environment.

Skills

Communication

Numeracy

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld scanners

Freight tracking devices

Job description

Forward Air Corporation seeks a Forklift Operator to safely load/unload freight, operate forklifts, and document cargo movements in a multimodal terminal or warehouse setting.

Responsibilities include staging, scanning, and moving freight while maintaining safety, accuracy, and productivity. Certification and 3+ years of dock experience are required; multiple shifts, including overtime, may be available.