Forklift Operator — Stable Pay, Benefits & Growth

Forward Air Corp.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. is hiring a Freight Handler (Forklift Operator) at our Atlanta facility. The role requires safe, accurate loading and movement of freight, using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and other MHE.

You will assist with staging, scanning, and documentation in a fast-paced, multimodal terminal environment. The position demands 3+ years of dock experience, a valid forklift certification, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Certification: Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain before operating equipment.
• Experience: 3+ years of dock or warehouse experience.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Basic arithmetic and number recognition for freight counts.
• Willingness to learn computer systems and handheld scanners.
• Regular attendance and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and other MHE.
• Move, stage, sort, and position freight between dock doors and designated areas.
• Pick, pack, and prepare items for shipping and delivery.
• Assist drivers with loading/unloading following safety procedures.
• Label, scan, and track freight with handheld devices and systems.

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Forward Air Corp. is hiring a Freight Handler (Forklift Operator) at our Atlanta facility. The role requires safe, accurate loading and movement of freight, using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and other MHE.

You will assist with staging, scanning, and documentation in a fast-paced, multimodal terminal environment. The position demands 3+ years of dock experience, a valid forklift certification, and strong English communication.