Stand-Up Forklift Specialist (Warehouse Logistics)

Torrey Holistics; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 1,704,000 - 1,893,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc. is seeking a full-time forklift operator in Joliet, IL. You will operate stand-up equipment including Cherry Picker, Reach Truck, and Electric Pallet Jack to move pallets and stage outbound freight.

You must have at least 1 year of hands-on stand-up forklift experience, with a bonus for turret forklift. Expect a fast-paced environment and a focus on safety as you load/unload trucks and keep the area clean.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of hands-on stand-up forklift experience.
• Bonus: turret forklift experience.
• Comfort lifting 20–50 lbs repeatedly during shift.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up equipment: Cherry Picker, Electric Pallet Jack, and Reach Truck.
• Move products efficiently from docks to designated areas throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload trucks with speed and accuracy.
• Pitch in with general labor—lifting, carrying, and material moves as needed.
• Keep your area clean and uphold a strong safety culture.

Skills

Stand-up forklift

Cherry Picker

Reach Truck

Electric Pallet Jack

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Step into a day on our warehouse floorIt’s 7:00 AM in Joliet, IL. You clock in for your full-time shift and perform a quick safety check on your stand-up forklift. Moments later, you’re navigating aisles with precision—using the Reach Truck to pull pallets, hopping onto the Cherry Picker for high-bay picks, and switching to the Electric Pallet Jack to stage outbound freight. Every move keeps product flowing from dock to destination. By week’s end, your pay—$18.00 to $20.00 per hour—hits your account right on schedule, weekly.Role snapshotLocation: Joliet, ILPay: From $18.00 – $20.00/hrSchedule: Full-Time, multiple shifts availableEmployer: Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc.Pay Frequency: WeeklyWhat you’ll handleOperate stand-up equipment: Cherry Picker, Electric Pallet Jack, and Reach TruckMove products efficiently from docks to designated areas throughout the warehouseLoad and unload trucks with speed and accuracyPitch in with general labor—lifting, carrying, and material moves as neededKeep your area clean and uphold a strong safety cultureWhat you bringAt least 1 year of hands-on stand-up forklift experienceBonus: Turret forklift experienceComfort lifting 20–50 lbs repeatedly during your shiftA reputation for reliability, safety awareness, and attention to detailHow to apply (in person)Stop by Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please bring two forms of identification.Nexus Employment – Elwood408 Mississippi AveElwood, IL 60421Nexus Employment – Bolingbrook349 N. Schmidt RoadBolingbrook, IL 60440Job TypeFull-timeAI DisclosureOur recruitment process may includeAI-assisted toolsto support candidate evaluation. These tools are designed to assist our hiring team anddo not replace human decision-making. We are proud to be anEqual Opportunity Employerand consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.