PIV Operator

Barrett Distribution Centers, Inc.; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrett Distribution Centers in Franklin, MA is seeking a PIV Operator to operate powered industrial vehicles, load, unload, and stage merchandise per safety procedures. This full-time on-site role supports shipping, receiving, and inventory control in a fast‑paced distribution environment.

The position runs 8:30am–5:00pm, Monday–Friday, with a pay rate of $18.50 per hour. Prior PIV experience and English literacy are required; bilingual Spanish/English is a plus for communicating with a diverse

Qualifications

• Experience operating powered industrial vehicles (PIV) and related equipment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English; bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate PIVs (forklift, clamp truck, etc.) to move, stack, and stage merchandise.
• Assist with shipping/receiving, including unloading trucks and checking in goods.
• Perform receiving and put-away tasks, moving inbound product to storage locations.

Skills

PIV operation

English language

Bilingual Spanish/English

RF scanning

Education

High school/GED

Job description

Who We Are

Barrett Distribution Centers is a leader in providing customized third-party logistics, omni-channel distribution, and direct-to-consumer fulfillment services for customers in a variety of industries. More than anything else, we’re a trusted consultant to our customers, working tirelessly to find solutions to their business challenges.

Here at Barrett, we’re looking for smart, hard-working top performers who are interested in joining a fantastic team within a fast-growing company. If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a new home that rewards excellent work, effort, and collaboration, Barrett is the place for you!

The Position

The PIV Operator, reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, is responsible for operating specific power industrial vehicles for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise.

This position works 8:30am- 5:00pm, Monday- Friday.

The compensation for this position is $18.50/hour.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Operate powered industrial vehicles (PIV) and motorized equipment (forklift, clamp truck, etc.) to load, unload, move, stack, and stage product per established safety procedures
• Assist with shipping and receiving, including unloading trucks and checking in merchandise
• Execute receiving and put-away functions, moving inbound product safely to designated storage locations
• Pick and process customer orders efficiently via RF scanning or manual methods to meet service standards
• Move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars or trailers
• Identify and report product damages, shortages, or quality deficiencies
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school/GED preferred.
• Prior PIV experience preferred; including but not limited to reach truck, forklift, order picker, electric walkie rider.
• Must successfully complete the Barrett training and certification program for company used Powered Industrial Vehicles.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English (Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred).
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Barrett Distribution Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, retaliation, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, choice of health insurance, marital status, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.