Forklift Operator - Full-Time

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Whites Creek (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading transportation services provider as a Forklift Operator, where your skills will be valued in a dynamic and challenging environment. You'll be responsible for efficiently sorting and handling freight, utilizing both manual and motorized equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. This role offers competitive pay starting at $27.70/hour, with full health benefits available from day one, generous PTO, and a supportive workplace culture that encourages growth and development. If you're ready to take on a rewarding opportunity with a company that prioritizes its employees, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Full health insurance benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid company holidays

401(k) option with company match

Education assistance

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in dock or warehouse settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight efficiently.
• Adhere to company safety policies while operating equipment.

Skills

Basic math calculations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Mobile handheld devices

Job description

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

Minimum qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays

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.

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.