Warehouse Forklift Driver

Capitol Distributing; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Days PTO Annually

6 Holidays Annually

401k Company Match

Medical & Health Savings Accounts

Dental & Vision Insurance

Discounts on purchases

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarship Programs

On Demand Pay

Referral Bonus

Performance Bonuses

Merit Pay Increases

Job summary

Capitol Distributing, Caldwell, Idaho, is seeking a full-time Forklift Operator to operate standing forklifts across receiving, storage, and loading areas. The role requires 1+ year forklift experience, safety awareness, and the ability to work weekends.

Enjoy benefits including PTO, holidays, 401k matching, health plans, and tuition support. The position involves moving pallets, following safety protocols, and collaborating with floor leads to meet daily objectives.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift experience.
• Standing forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to handle equipment safely.
• Pass onsite forklift driving training if required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and distribute orders by identifying, verifying, and transporting materials.
• Move materials to/from locations including storage bays and loading areas.
• Apply knowledge of forklift operations, safety, and load capacities.
• Communicate with supervisor to meet objectives.
• Ensure inventory accuracy by placing items correctly.
• Log and stock products using scanning devices if provided.
• May fill other warehouse positions as needed.

Skills

Forklift experience

Standing forklift

Safety awareness

Onsite training

Teamwork

Job description

Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Forklift Operators are responsible for operating standing forklifts throughout the warehouse which can include receiving, storage, supply and loading areas.

Schedule: Full-time including 1 weekend day. Overtime may be required based on business needs and operational demands.

• 15 (120 hours) Days Paid Time Off Annually
• 6 Paid Company Holidays Annually
• 4% Company Match- 401k Retirement Plans
• Medical Benefits Plans & Health/Flex Saving Accounts
• Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• (15% off purchases, $.20 cents off fuel- per gallon)
• Annual $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship and Financial Assistance Programs
• On Demand Pay & Pay-cards
• Up to $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Up to $2,000 a year in performance bonuses
• Annual Merit Pay Increases

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Obtain distribution of orders and then identify, verify, and transport requested materials, equipment, or pallets accordingly.
• Identify and transport requested materials to and from various locations including tucks, storage bays, and staging areas.
• Apply understanding of forklift operations, safety, and loading capacities.
• Communicate with supervisor and floors lead on a regular basis to meet business objectives.
• Ensure accuracy of product inventory and storage through placing items in assigned locations.
• May be asked to use scanning devices to log and stock products daily.
• Operators may fill other positions as needed.

Skills/Qualifications:

• 1+ year of forklift experience.
• Standing forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.
• Ability to attend and pass onsite forklift driving training as requested.
• Must be able to work other jobs within the warehouse as needed.

About Capitol: Capitol Distributing is the largest convenience wholesale distributor in Idaho. Founded in 1983, Capitol delivers to retailers across the Western United States from its 300,000 square foot distribution center in Caldwell, Idaho.

Working Conditions: Forklift drivers at Capitol will work in regular or freezer temperatures. Individuals working in freezer conditions will be provided with adequate cold gear and receive additional hourly differentials. Capitol uses standing forklifts to move pallets of materials in narrow & crowded areas. This role will require general physical movement such as frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching, lifting 70+Lbs, and overhead lifting. This position repetitively uses both hands by grasping products and loading the product on the forklift. The employees will frequently bend, twist, stoop, and frequently get on and off the lift. The individual will also be expected to follow and understand basic instructions/policies.

Capitol Distributing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will ensure applicants and employees are given equal opportunities in employment and contracting activities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. #Zip

Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America