Forklift Operator

PAM Transport Inc.; Laredo (TX); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401K

PTO

Paid weekly/Direct Deposit

Job summary

PAM Transport Inc. is hiring a Forklift Operator in Laredo, TX to safely move materials within the warehouse and support loading/unloading operations. The role runs Monday through Friday, 12pm to 9pm, with a pay range of $16 to $19 per hour and benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans along with 401K and PTO.

The successful candidate will work with a team focused on safety and efficiency. We value individuals who can read labels, perform basic math, and lift up to 50 pounds while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent
• Ability to read labels and numbers accurately
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform manual handling
• Forklift certification preferred but not required at entry
• Demonstrated safety-conscious work habits

Responsibilities

• Report any freight damage, equipment faults, or safety hazards to your supervisor
• Compare freight bills with recorded freight weight and production data
• Organize and secure loading materials (boxes, pallets, securing straps) onto trailers
• Load and unload materials onto pallets or racks as needed
• Operate industrial forklift to move trailers around the warehouse and yard
• Perform trailer inspections to ensure no debris or damage
• Complete loading/unloading paperwork accurately
• Dispose of trash and manage waste in transloading areas
• Conduct weekly area cleanups and ensure workspace safety

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Reading labels

Physical strength

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Join us for an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that values your growth, fosters innovation, and encourages a positive work-life balance. About Us PAM Transport was founded in Tontitown, Arkansas, in 1980 and over the past 40+ years of being in business, we have become an international company with more than 2,200 trucks and 8,000 trailers. Our goal is to provide exceptional service to our customers. We believe it all starts with having exceptional employees who are passionate about their work. Our culture is unique in that we offer the growth opportunities of a large company, but we still maintain that “small town feel” and strong community here at PAM. About this opportunity Our team in Laredo is actively looking for a Forklift Operator to join our dynamic team! Primary role of a forklift operator is to safely and efficiently operate a forklift to move materials, goods, and products within a warehouse. Pay and Schedule This position is: Monday - Friday 12pm to 9pm Pay range is$16 to $19/hour. Benefits Offered Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans Volunteer Benefits 401K PTO Paid Weekly/Direct Deposit How will you contribute to the success of the team? Reporting to supervisor regarding any damage to freight, faulty equipment, or any other safety hazards Comparing data on freight bills with recorded weight and further production information on labels and tags Organizing and securing loading materials such as corrugate boxes, customer products, machinery, pallets, etc. onto trailers Occasionally loading or unloading materials/product off and/or on to pallets, racking, skids, or lifting devices Operate industrial trucks equipped to move trailers around warehouse and yard. Moving trailers in/out of the dock to load/unload freight Completing trailer inspections to ensure free from foreign objects, insects, and holes in trailer/trailer floor. Filling out the required paperwork to ensure proper loading/unloading of customer freight. Are responsible to throw away any trash accumulated in the transloading processes. This includes plastic wrap, plastic/ steel strapping, extra carton used for securing loads. Once a week, forklift operators are designated an area of the warehouse to sweep up accumulated dirt and or pick up any trash accumulated inside the building. What makes you a strong candidate for this position? v High School Diploma / GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience Ability to read labels, numbers. Ability to operate in moderate speed and fast-paced environment. Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply) Excellent teamwork skills and ability to follow instructions. Forklift Certification preferred. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to employees who require them to perform the essential functions of their job to the extent it does not impose an undue hardship or create a risk of harm to the employee or others. PAM Transport is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Experience a workplace where your contributions matter and where you can thrive in a supportive environment. PAM Transport is a transportation company that specializes in nationwide dry van truckload, expedited truckload, and logistics services throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Our goal is to provide exceptional service to our customers, and we believe that starts with our employees who are passionate about their work. Since 1980, we have consistently invested in our employees, and this commitment remains a central focus today. Our culture is unique in that we offer the growth opportunities of a large company, but we still maintain that “small town feel” and community here at PAM Transport.