Storage Center Worker III

PODS; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

PODS is seeking a forklift Operator at our Peoria storage center to load and unload containers, maintain safety, and support daily routing and logistics tasks. You will operate the forklift, assist with safety checks, and coordinate with drivers to ensure timely deliveries.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, maintaining equipment, and keeping the workspace clean and compliant with SOPs. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required.
• Ability to obtain Forklift Driver Certification.
• Basic computer skills including data entry and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load/unload containers for local delivery and inter-franchise drivers.
• Print routes and pull ancillary items as assigned.
• Assist Market Manager with routing.
• Ensure all full containers staged outside are returned to the warehouse nightly.
• Maintain PODHUNTER and complete daily forklift inspections.

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Mathematics

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pay Rate: Minimum $20.00 hr - Maximum $21.00hr

Our wage ranges are based on paying competitively for our company's size and industry, and are one part of the total compensation that may also include incentives, benefits, and other opportunities at PODS. In accordance with New York, Colorado, California, Washington and other applicable laws, PODS is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, geography, and balancing internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the current wage range is listed below.

Job Summary

Responsible for operating forklift to load and unload containers; assist with ensuring a safe and clean working environment, inside and out, for assigned storage center location.

• Operate the forklift to load and unload containers from local delivery and inter-franchise drivers, new container inventory, repositioning and customer access; load trucks for first route & stage IF and access
• Follow AM SOP by printing routes & pulling ancillary when assigned
• Assist Market Manager with routing
• Insure that all full containers staged outside during the day are returned to the warehouse each night
• Maintain PODHUNTER
• Fuel forklift, complete daily forklift inspection reports and maintain those records onsite; notify manager of needed repairs
• Assist with ensuring a safe and clean working environment, inside and out, for assigned facility
• Print and time-stamp all waybills; may scan and upload contracts, addendums and other documents
• When required, repair damaged containers
• Maintain contact with drivers as needed, assisting them with their daily routes
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Pay Rate: Minimum $20.00 hr - Maximum $21.00hr

Our wage ranges are based on paying competitively for our company's size and industry, and are one part of the total compensation that may also include incentives, benefits, and other opportunities at PODS. In accordance with New York, Colorado, California, Washington and other applicable laws, PODS is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, geography, and balancing internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the current wage range is listed below.

Job Summary

Responsible for operating forklift to load and unload containers; assist with ensuring a safe and clean working environment, inside and out, for assigned storage center location.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate the forklift to load and unload containers from local delivery and inter-franchise drivers, new container inventory, repositioning and customer access; load trucks for first route & stage IF and access
• Follow AM SOP by printing routes & pulling ancillary when assigned
• Assist Market Manager with routing
• Insure that all full containers staged outside during the day are returned to the warehouse each night
• Maintain PODHUNTER
• Fuel forklift, complete daily forklift inspection reports and maintain those records onsite; notify manager of needed repairs
• Assist with ensuring a safe and clean working environment, inside and out, for assigned facility
• Print and time-stamp all waybills; may scan and upload contracts, addendums and other documents
• When required, repair damaged containers
• Maintain contact with drivers as needed, assisting them with their daily routes
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 4-6 years storage center experience preferred
• Previous forklift experience required
• Ability to obtain Forklift Driver Certification
• Possess basic computer skills i.e. data entry and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Possess math skills sufficient to perform required duties
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience

General Benefits & Other Compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal days)
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave / family leave
• Bonus eligibility / incentive pay
• Professional development / training reimbursement
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Commuter benefits / transit subsidies (if available)
• Other fringe benefits (e.g. wellness credits)

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed; the level of knowledge and skills typically required; and usual working conditions of this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive listing of all requirements or responsibilities that may be required by employees in this job.

Equal Opportunity, affirmative action Employer

PODS Enterprises, LLC is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action Employer. We will not discriminate unlawfully against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any term or condition of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, place of birth, military service status, or other basis protected by law. If there are any questions pertaining to this job posting, please contact PODS Recruiting Team at [e-mail]