Interplant Transportation Specialist, Facilities B

L3Harris Technologies; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an Interplant Transportation Specialist to move products around the facility using box trucks and vans. The role includes loading/unloading, PIT/forklift operation, and pallet jack use, with emphasis on safety and accurate records.

The position requires passing a DOT physical, maintaining equipment, and coordinating deliveries with other departments. A valid license and clean driving record are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• 2-year post-secondary/Associates with 0–2 years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• DOT physical required.
• Strong organization, time-management, and safety focus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate box trucks and vans to transport products within the facility and to various docks.
• Load and unload products, ensuring they are handled with care and properly secured for transport.
• Operate PITs or forklifts to move and organize products as needed.
• Use pallet jacks to assist with loading and unloading activities.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries and pickups, including time of delivery, recipient details, and condition of packages.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Follow safety protocols during transportation and operation of equipment.
• Coordinate timely deliveries and pickups with other departments.
• Assist in organizing and storing inventory within transportation.

Skills

Driver's license

PIT Forklift operation

Box truck operation

Pallet jack operation

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Interplant Transportation Specialist, Facilities

Job Code: 42492

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Work Schedule: 9/80 (employee's work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off)

About the Role:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Interplant Transportation Specialist to join our team. This position is responsible for the efficient and timely movement of products around our facility using box trucks and vans. The candidate will also be responsible for delivering packages to various docks, ensuring smooth and seamless logistics operations. Experience operating Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) or forklifts and using pallet jacks is required. Candidates must also be able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate box trucks and vans to transport products within the facility and to various docks.
• Load and unload products, ensuring they are handled with care and properly secured for transport.
• Operate PITs or forklifts to move and organize products as needed.
• Use pallet jacks to assist with loading and unloading activities.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries and pickups, including time of delivery, recipient details, and condition of packages.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections to ensure trucks and vans are in safe working condition, and report any maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Perform routine checks and maintenance on PITs, forklifts, and pallet jacks.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures during transportation and while operating vehicles and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with other departments and personnel to coordinate timely deliveries and pickups.
• Assist in the organization and storage of inventory within the transportation department.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, and comply with federal and state transportation and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Required Qualifications (one of the following with a valid driver’s license / clean driving record):
• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience.
• 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Proven experience operating box trucks, vans, PITs, forklifts, and using pallet jacks, preferably in a logistics or transportation role.
• Must be able to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy packages as required.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to safety and accuracy.
• Familiarity with transportation and logistics software is a plus.
• Experience operating box truck, PIT, forklift, pallet jack is a plus.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift, move, push and carry heavy packages /pallets regularly.
• Ability to drive for extended periods.
• Good hand-eye coordination and the ability to operate equipment and vehicles safely.
• The role may involve standing, walking, and climbing ladders for extended periods.

Work Environment:

• This position requires working both indoors and outdoors, sometimes in extreme temperatures.
• Must be available for on-call duty and respond to transportation emergencies outside of regular working hours rotating through group setting.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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