Forklift Operator

XPO; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Company holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO is seeking a Forklift Operator in Lakeland, FL to efficiently sort, handle, load and unload freight on a dynamic dock. You’ll use pallet jacks and forklifts and ensure freight is secured inside trailers while following safety policies.

The role requires basic math ability, readiness for varied shifts, and the ability to work on a non-climate-controlled dock. Health insurance, 401(k) and PTO are among benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to perform basic math with or without a calculator.
• Available for day, evening, night and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload freight.
• Operate pallet jack and forklift and use other equipment as needed.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies.
• Work safely and adhere to company safety policies.
• Use handheld devices to scan and track shipments.
• Work on a dock that may be not climate-controlled.

Skills

Basic math

Shift flexibility

Attention to detail

Forklift experience

Dock/warehouse experience

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Requisition ID389522-Posted09/01/2026-US

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

Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock.

• 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 or warehouse experience in the transportation industry
• Forklift experience in a freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) 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 $22.85/hour
• Afternoon Shift
• Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position

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.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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