Forklift Driver - First Shift

WSI (Warehouse Specialists, LLC); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

WSI (Warehouse Specialists, LLC) is seeking a First Shift Forklift Driver to operate a lift truck, pick orders, load and unload shipments, and support inventory control in outdoor conditions.

The position runs 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM with overtime opportunities and reporting to the Facility Manager. Starting pay is $20.00 to $22.50 per hour based on experience, with consistent hours and room for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of forklift experience in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Experience loading/unloading lumber and steel products is preferred.
• Must be able to count accurately and complete paperwork correctly.
• Positive, professional communication and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a lift truck to pick orders, load and unload trucks and railcars.
• Perform inventory control activities to ensure accurate product records.
• Provide accurate correspondence on inbound and outbound orders to customers.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Teamwork

Reliability

Manual handling

Outdoor work

Job description

Ready to take your material handling skills outside? Join our team as a First Shift Forklift Driver (6:30 AM - 3:00 PM) and play a vital role in keeping our operations moving! Reporting directly to the Facility Manager, you'll enjoy steady hours, hands-on outdoor work, and opportunities for overtime. Apply today and build your career with us!

This position is 100% outside. Starting pay $20.00 to $22.50 per hour to start depending on experience.

DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Operate a lift truck to pick orders, load and unload trucks and railcars
• Perform inventory control activities to ensure accurate product records
• Serve our customers through providing accurate correspondence on inbound and outbound orders

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience operating lift truck to load/unload lumber and steel products.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks and railcars using lift truck equipment
• Reliable transportation to report to scheduled shift and travel between facilities as needed
• Demonstrated accuracy in counting and completing paperwork
• Previous knowledge or a desire to learn about the product being handled
• Positive, clear, and professional communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1 year of previous lift truck experience. Minimum 1 year of experience working in warehouse environment
• Lumber and Steel experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work outside the entire shift.
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 60 pounds
• Must be willing and able to slide, push, or pull cases up to 60 pounds
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms that are provided by the company.