Forklift Operator

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance benefits available on day one

Life and disability insurance

401(k) option with company match

Education assistance

9 paid company holidays

Job summary

XPO is looking for a Forklift Operator in Sparks, Nevada. The role involves sorting and loading freight and requires experience with forklifts. Candidates should be able to lift heavy objects and work various shifts including nights and weekends. Benefits include a starting pay of $27.70/hour, full health insurance, and up to 13 days PTO in the first year. Join XPO for a rewarding career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Available to work various shifts including nights and weekends.
• Able to lift freight of up to 50 lbs frequently.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight.
• Work safely and adhere to company safety policies.
• Use mobile devices to track shipments.

Skills

Forklift experience in a freight environment

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Dock or warehouse experience

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

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

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

Minimum qualifications

• 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:

• Experienced forklift operators can start at $27.70/hour
• 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.