Forklift Operator - Part-Time

XPO; Clear Lake (IA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

XPO is seeking a part-time Forklift Operator in Clear Lake, Iowa. In this role, you will manage the loading and unloading of goods while ensuring safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a strong attention to detail and be able to work various shifts.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits for those working 30+ hours/week

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Preferred experience in dock or warehouse settings.
• Forklift experience in a freight or LTL environment.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight efficiently.
• Use motorized and manual equipment like forklifts.
• Adhere to safety policies.

Skills

Basic math calculations

Attention to detail

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

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

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:

• Pay starts at $21.97/hour
• Shift: 6:00 - 10:00 AM
• Competitive and comprehensive benefits options available for those scheduled to work 30 hours or more/week
• 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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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