Forklift Operator / Warehouse Worker

U-Haul; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance & Prescription plans

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Gym Reimbursement Program

Job summary

U-Haul is seeking a Warehouse Worker in Saint Paul, MN to operate forklifts, load and unload storage containers, and ensure timely deliveries while assisting customers with on-site services. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to regulations as you handle U-Box shipments.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to comply with applicable vehicular regulations. A supportive benefits package and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to maintain a good driving record.
• Adhere to all local state (provincial) and federal vehicular regulations while driving.

Responsibilities

• Operate an 8,000-lb propane forklift or a truck-mounted forklift (training provided).
• Load and unload storage containers onto and off truck beds for delivery to and from a storage facility.
• Ensure timely delivery.
• Provide customer assistance, including the sale of support items and use of online dispatch and rental systems.
• Perform customer-ready inspections of U‑Box containers prior to dispatch and upon return.
• Prepare, receive and provide appropriate documentation for the delivery or pickup of goods.
• Ensure that the warehouse storage facility is clean, dry and secure.
• Participate in ongoing continuous U-Haul education through U-Haul University.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

This position is not eligible for employer sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work and must not require employer sponsorship.

Compensation Range: $15.25 to $17.28 Hourly

Location:

2520 Como Ave, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55108 United States of America

U-Haul is looking for friendly, energetic and motivated individuals who enjoy interacting with customers and take pride in a job well done. U-Box Warehouse Workers are responsible for ensuring that our valued customers' needs and expectations are met by providing them with friendly and courteous service.

U-Haul offers Warehouse Workers:

• Career stability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Mindset App Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Health insurance & Prescription plans, if eligible
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days, if eligible
• Life insurance
• MetLaw Legal program
• MetLife auto and home insurance
• Discounts on Apple products, Dell computers, cell phone plans, hotels, and more
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 24-hour physician available for kids
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Business travel insurance
• You Matter EAP
• LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
• Critical Illness/Group Accident Insurance
• Dave Ramsey's SmartDollar Program

Warehouse Worker Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate an 8,000-lb propane forklift or a truck-mounted forklift (training provided).
• Load and unload storage containers onto and off truck beds for delivery to and from a storage facility.
• Ensure timely delivery.
• Provide customer assistance, including the sale of support items and use of online dispatch and rental systems.
• Perform customer-ready inspections of U-Box containers prior to dispatch and upon return.
• Prepare, receive and provide appropriate documentation for the delivery or pickup of goods.
• Ensure that the warehouse storage facility is clean, dry and secure.
• Participate in ongoing continuous U-Haul education through U-Haul University.

Warehouse Worker Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and the ability to maintain a good driving record
• Adhere to all local state (provincial) and federal vehicular regulations while driving

Work Environment:

The work involves moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, fumes or irritant chemicals. May be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, goggles, gloves or shields.

Physical Demands:

The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods both indoors and outdoors while remaining stationery, traversing spaces, repositioning to reach and use tools, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs. assisted or unassisted.

U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. ("U-Haul"), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products. The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.