Onsite Forklift Operator: Freight Loading & Dock Expert

Forward Air Corp.; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. in a dock- and warehouse-based role is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator. The position focuses on safe, efficient loading, unloading, staging, scanning, and movement of freight in a multimodal terminal environment. The role supports mentors and peers in daily operations and documentation integrity.

The role offers an onsite schedule (Sun-Wed, 12pm-10pm) with a pay rate of $20 per hour, and requires forklift certification and 3+ years of dock/warehouse experience.

Qualifications

• Requires forklift certification/licensure (or ability to obtain before operating equipment).
• 3+ years of dock or warehouse experience.
• Ability to read safety and operating instructions and freight documentation.

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 to ensure accuracy.

Skills

English communication

Attention to detail

Reliability & attendance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Forward Air Corp. in a dock- and warehouse-based role is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator. The position focuses on safe, efficient loading, unloading, staging, scanning, and movement of freight in a multimodal terminal environment. The role supports mentors and peers in daily operations and documentation integrity.

The role offers an onsite schedule (Sun-Wed, 12pm-10pm) with a pay rate of $20 per hour, and requires forklift certification and 3+ years of dock/warehouse experience.