Sit- Down Forklift Operator

Givens Group; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Givens Talent in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a dependable Sit-Down Forklift Operator to join the warehouse team. Starting pay ranges from $16.00 to $16.80 per hour for a full-time role, with opportunities for growth in a safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, RF scanning, inventory handling, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace while meeting daily productivity and on-time shipping goals.

Qualifications

• 2-7 years previous sit-down forklift experience required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to become certified.
• Experience using RF scanners preferred.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to load, unload, and move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload 53' trailers, flatbeds, and shipping containers.
• Receive inbound shipments and stage outbound freight.
• Use RF scanners to accurately receive, locate, and pick inventory.
• Pull orders for shipment and prepare freight for delivery.
• Shrink wrap and secure pallets for shipping.
• Inspect freight for damage and report shortages or discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA safety procedures.
• Meet daily productivity and on-time shipping goals.
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience

RF scanners

Math skills

Reading skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Givens Talent is a modern staffing agency that specializes in fit-based screening. Through precision staffing, we’ll communicate with our partners, leaders in the warehousing industry, to analyze your skill sets and find opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Whether you’re seeking clerical, administrative, or light industrial warehouse roles, we’ll help you find the right opportunity to advance your career.

We offer more than just jobs. We connect you with rewarding opportunities to grow and succeed in your career.

Personalized Job Matching

Our team takes the time to understand your skills and aspirations to find the perfect fit.

Ongoing Support

From resume enhancement to interview preparation, we support you every step of the way.

Sit-Down Forklift Operator

Chesapeake, VA

Starting Pay: $16.00- $16.80

Full-Time

Join a Company That Keeps Growing

Givens is Driven to Deliver—for both our customers and our employees. Since 1957, Givens has provided warehouse, distribution, transportation, packing and crating, and air freight solutions. As we continue to grow, we're looking for dependable, safety-focused Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team.

If you have experience operating a sit-down forklift and enjoy working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift to load, unload, and move materials throughout the warehouse
• Load and unload 53' trailers, flatbeds, and shipping containers
• Receive inbound shipments and stage outbound freight
• Use RF scanners to accurately receive, locate, and pick inventory
• Pull orders for shipment and prepare freight for delivery
• Shrink wrap and secure pallets for shipping
• Inspect freight for damage and report shortages or discrepancies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow all company policies and OSHA safety procedures
• Meet daily productivity and on-time shipping goals
• Perform other warehouse duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2-7 years previous sit-down forklift experience required
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Forklift certification or ability to become certified
• Experience using RF scanners preferred
• Basic math and reading skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed

Why Givens?

• Established company serving customers since 1957
• Stable, growing organization
• Opportunity for advancement
• Safety-focused work environment
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) available
• Paid Time Off
• Weekly Pay

Learn more about Givens at www.givens.com.

At Givens Talent, our unique approach sets us apart:

• Recruitment Expertise: We leverage our deep knowledge of the logistics, transportation, warehousing, and supply chain industries to identify and attract the best talent to fill your clerical and administrative positions.
• Placement Services: We match candidates with the right opportunities, ensuring they are well-suited and ready to succeed in their roles.
• Rigorous Qualification: Every candidate undergoes a thorough vetting process, including comprehensive background screening, to ensure they meet the highest standards of competence, reliability, and integrity.
• Tracking & Payroll Management: We meticulously track the hours and absences of each associate and manage all payroll services, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Retention Strategies: We work closely with our clients to create work environments that retain top talent, reducing turnover and ensuring long‑term success.

For Employers

Givens Talent is a specialized staffing agency, focused on filling specific light industrial, special project, warehouse, and forklift operator roles. Unlike a general staffing company, we match talented individuals with precise job requirements. Our rigorous hiring process includes full background checks, even for temporary and contract positions, ensuring you receive top-tier talent.

We are licensed to operate in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.

From short-term assignments to direct hires and long-term placements, we design staffing solutions that align with your business objectives.

Quality Assurance

Our rigorous recruitment and qualification process, including background screening, ensures you receive the best candidates for the job.

We’re more than just a staffing service—we’re your strategic partner, providing ongoing support to meet your evolving needs.

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