Freight Dock Pro: Safe, Efficient Load & Move Expert

Forward Air Corp.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely load, unload, stage, and move freight in a multimodal terminal, intermodal yard, or dock environment.

You will operate sit-down/stand-up forklifts and related MHE, scan and document cargo, and support dock functions to boost productivity. This on-site role requires a valid forklift certification, 3+ years of dock or warehouse experience, strong English communication, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Valid forklift certification/licensure required or ability to obtain before operating equipment.
• 3+ years of dock or warehouse experience required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, to understand safety and operational instructions, work assignments, and freight documentation.
• Ability to recognize numbers, labels, barcodes, and freight markings accurately, and to perform basic arithmetic to verify freight counts, quantities, and weights.
• Basic arithmetic skills to verify freight counts, quantities, and weights.
• Willingness and ability to learn and use basic computer systems, handheld scanners, and freight-tracking devices.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment (MHE) such as pallet jacks, dollies, hand trucks, order pickers, pallet riders, conveyors, dock plates, dock levelers, sit-down/stand-up forklifts and reach trucks (with company-assisted certification/training), and/or other specialized MHE as required by the site.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight using sit-down/stand-up forklifts and reach trucks, along with other MHE equipment.
• Move, stage, sort, and position freight between dock doors, trailers, and designated warehouse areas.
• Pick, pack, and prepare items for shipping and delivery.
• Assist drivers with loading and unloading activities following dock and safety procedures.
• Label, scan, and track freight using handheld devices and company systems.
• Identify damaged freight and report issues or unsafe conditions to supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized dock environment and comply with safety policies.
• Learn equipment operation, safety protocols, and procedures on developing roles.
• Support dock productivity and workflow efficiency.
• Work assigned schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Skills

English communication

Attention to detail

Regular attendance

Basic arithmetic

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Handheld scanners

Dollies & hand trucks

Forklift reach trucks

Job description

Forward Air Corp. is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely load, unload, stage, and move freight in a multimodal terminal, intermodal yard, or dock environment.

You will operate sit-down/stand-up forklifts and related MHE, scan and document cargo, and support dock functions to boost productivity. This on-site role requires a valid forklift certification, 3+ years of dock or warehouse experience, strong English communication, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.