Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

Akhire; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate. This full-time position involves loading and unloading vehicles, using a forklift, and ensuring the accurate handling of freight. The role includes physical demands such as lifting up to 75 pounds and adhering to safety procedures. A candidate with forklift certification is preferred but not required. The pay is $20 per hour with a work schedule of Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles such as trucks and vans.
• Mark incoming freight appropriately.
• Move freight around yard and warehouse using a forklift.
• Complete freight paperwork accurately.
• Ensure that freight is marked accurately.
• Assist customers as necessary.
• Follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures adherence

Job description

Anchorage, United States | Posted on 02/25/2026

AKHIRE is currently recruiting for the following position:

Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

Location - Anchorage, AK

Full-time

Shift: Mon - Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Shift may vary based on workload)

Pay $20 per hour

Summary

Warehouse Associate position spends most of the day using a forklift to offload product, and organize within the warehouse to be loading on the outgoing trucks.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles such as trucks, vans, flat beds trucks, box trucks or tractor-trailers.
• Mark incoming freight appropriately.
• Move freight around yard and warehouse using a forklift or other moving equipment.
• Complete freight paperwork accurately and timely.
• Ensure that freight is loaded, unloaded, palatalized and marked appropriately.
• Assist customers as necessary.
• Consistently follow all safety procedures and attend safety meetings.

Requirements

Certificates/Licenses

• Forklift Certification preferred but not required

Physical and Mental Demands

• Must be able to push or pull heavy loads (up to 200 pounds)
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to operate all equipment in a warehouse which may include grasping, climbing, bending, handling, reaching, hand dexterity, feeling/touching and repetitive motions of the hands and feet
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time

Drug Screen (not including cannabis) and Background Check required.