Forklift Operator - Part-Time - Day Shift

XPO Logistics Freight Inc.; Clear Lake (IA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits for 30+ hours

Motor Carrier Act Exempt

Job summary

XPO Logistics Freight Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator in Iowa to efficiently sort, load, and unload freight on a non-climate-controlled dock. You will operate pallet jacks and forklifts, secure cargo inside trailers, and scan shipments with handheld devices.

The role requires flexibility to work day shifts, including evenings and weekends. The ideal candidate has dock/warehouse experience, forklift exposure, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Basic math abilities and ability to perform calculations.
• Willingness to work days, evenings, nights and weekends.
• Forklift and dock/warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and motivation to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack; use equipment safely.
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools.
• Record and track shipments with handheld devices.
• Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Attention to detail

Shift flexibility

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Requisition ID388982-Posted07/30/2026-US

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

Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock.

• 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 $22.85/hour
• Shift: Day
• 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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