Forklift Operator FT

R+L Carriers; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Lodging provided

Job summary

R+L Carriers is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator at our Wheeling, IL service center. You will move freight up to 53-foot trailers in and out of enclosed trailers on a roofed, non-climate-controlled dock.

Shifts begin at 12:00 am (Mon) and 2:00 am (Tue-Fri), with 8–10 hours per day. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, paid vacation/holidays, and lodging at exclusive employee resorts across multiple states.

Qualifications

• Must be able to bend, lift, and stoop without difficulty.
• Ability to read manifests and computer displays.
• Forklift experience required and prior forklift work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move freight safely onto and off of 53-foot trailers on a roofed dock.
• Read manifests and computer displays to ensure accurate handling.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manifests reading

Computer displays

Fast-paced work

Job description

Job Summary

R+L Carriers is looking for a full‑time Forklift Operator at our Wheeling, IL service center. The role involves moving freight of up to 53‑foot trailers in and out of enclosed trailers on a roofed, non‑climate‑controlled dock.

Work Schedule

Full‑time. Monday shift starts at 12:00 am; Tuesday–Friday shifts start at 2:00 am. Hours are 8–10 per day.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting pay is $25.94 per hour. PTO is available after the first 90 calendar days of employment. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching; paid vacation and holidays; and lodging at exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL; Big Bear Lake, CA; Pigeon Forge, TN; and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

Primary Responsibilities

Operate a forklift to move freight safely onto and off of 53‑foot trailers on a roofed dock. Read manifests and computer displays. Maintain safe operation in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to bend, lift, and stoop without difficulty.
• Ability to read manifests.
• Ability to read/interact with a computer display.
• Forklift experience.
• Dependable and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Previous forklift experience in a fast‑paced environment.
• Some LTL experience.

EEO Statement

R+L Carriers Shared Services, LLC (“R+L Carriers”) and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided if requested. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. After this period, a new application must be submitted if you remain interested in employment.