Forklift Operator - Dock & Freight Specialist (On-site)

Forward Air Corp.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. in Irving, TX is seeking a Freight Handler (Forklift Operator) to load/unload freight using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and other MHE, ensuring safe, accurate movement in a multimodal terminal.

Responsibilities include staging, labeling, scanning, and assisting drivers while maintaining OSHA PPE standards and a clean dock environment on a fast-paced shift schedule. On-site work with competitive base pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Valid forklift certification/licensure required or ability to obtain.
• 3+ years dock/warehouse experience required.
• Ability to operate MHE and read freight documentation.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using forklifts and MHE.
• Move and stage freight between dock doors and trailers.
• Label, scan, and track freight with handheld devices.
• Assist drivers with loading/unloading following safety rules.
• Maintain a clean, safe dock and follow PPE standards.
• Prioritize and coordinate tasks; support dock productivity.

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Basic arithmetic

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Handheld scanners

Freight-tracking devices

Job description

Forward Air Corp. in Irving, TX is seeking a Freight Handler (Forklift Operator) to load/unload freight using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and other MHE, ensuring safe, accurate movement in a multimodal terminal.

Responsibilities include staging, labeling, scanning, and assisting drivers while maintaining OSHA PPE standards and a clean dock environment on a fast-paced shift schedule. On-site work with competitive base pay.