Forklift Operator - Night Shift Premium & Benefits

XPO; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

XPO is hiring a Forklift Operator in Sacramento, CA to help move palletized and non-palletized freight on a busy dock. You will operate forklift and pallet jack, load and unload trailers, and ensure freight is secured for transit.

The role requires flexibility to work days, evenings, nights and weekends, plus a safety‑first mindset and reliable attendance. Competitive pay and benefits are offered to eligible teammates.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to do basic math calculations, with or without a calculator.
• Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Basic math

Shift flexibility

Safety mindset

Dock/warehouse experience

Forklift/LTL experience

Loading/unloading trailers

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

XPO is hiring a Forklift Operator in Sacramento, CA to help move palletized and non-palletized freight on a busy dock. You will operate forklift and pallet jack, load and unload trailers, and ensure freight is secured for transit.

The role requires flexibility to work days, evenings, nights and weekends, plus a safety‑first mindset and reliable attendance. Competitive pay and benefits are offered to eligible teammates.