Forklift Operator (Full-Time) - Night Shift

Xpo-bc1cd16f; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO 13 days (first year)

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

XPO Transportation is seeking a Forklift Operator in Chicago Heights, IL. You’ll be responsible for efficiently loading and unloading freight, using forklifts and pallet jacks, while adhering to safety policies and tracking shipments with handheld devices.

Qualifications include being 18+, basic math, and a willingness to work various shifts. The role offers full benefits from day one and opportunities for PTO, holidays, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to perform basic calculations, with or without calculator.
• Willingness to work days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight.
• Operate equipment including pallet jack and forklift.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools.
• Follow safety policies and use mobile devices to track shipments.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Math aptitude

Ability to work various shifts

Job description

Requisition ID390412-Posted10/27/2026-US

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

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• 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:

• Expected pay range: $24.37to $29.93 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set
• Night Shift
• 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.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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