Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Afternoon Shift

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global transportation services provider as a Forklift Operator, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring efficient freight handling. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development. You'll be responsible for loading and unloading freight, using various equipment, and maintaining safety standards. If you're ready to take on challenges and contribute to a team-oriented atmosphere, this role is perfect for you. Enjoy competitive benefits and the chance to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Competitive benefits options

Growth opportunities

Safe working environment

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in dock or warehouse settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load, and unload freight efficiently.
• Adhere to 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

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Requisition Id: 379732

Business Unit: LTL

Location:

Portsmouth, VA, US, 23701

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
• 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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