Cold Storage Courier & Driver - Forklift Certified, CDL

WAREHOUSE - OFFICE; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Public Schools is seeking a Warehouse-Courier to perform loading, unloading, and delivery tasks, and to operate forklifts and related equipment for routes in the Newport News area.

Position requires a valid Virginia Driver’s License, forklift certification, and potentially a CDL within 60 days. Reading/writing and basic arithmetic are needed, with safety and reliability in a warehouse environment including occasional cold storage duties.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid Virginia Driver’s License with a good driving record.
• Must possess forklift certification and be able to operate material handling equipment.
• Must obtain a Virginia CDL within 60 days of employment or must already hold one.
• Ability to read and write, perform arithmetic, and follow oral/written instructions.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders to determine daily schedule and communicate with the warehouse.
• Load, unload, and move materials and supplies using pallets and lifting devices.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack, and related equipment.
• Drive and deliver items to designated locations while observing traffic laws.
• Maintain logs, receipts, and records of deliveries.

Skills

Reading & writing

Arithmetic

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Timeliness

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Newport News Public Schools is seeking a Warehouse-Courier to perform loading, unloading, and delivery tasks, and to operate forklifts and related equipment for routes in the Newport News area.

Position requires a valid Virginia Driver’s License, forklift certification, and potentially a CDL within 60 days. Reading/writing and basic arithmetic are needed, with safety and reliability in a warehouse environment including occasional cold storage duties.