Warehouse Forklift Driver

Capitol Distributing; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO (120 hours)

6 paid company holidays

401k with 4% match

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Disability insurance

Store discounts

Fuel discount

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship/Financial assistance

On Demand Pay & Pay cards

Referral bonus

Performance bonuses

Annual merit pay

Job summary

Capitol Distributing is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support a 300,000-square-foot distribution center in Caldwell, Idaho. You will transport, store, stage, and load products while maintaining inventory accuracy and efficient operations.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and flexibility to cover other warehouse tasks. Full-time schedule includes one weekend day, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Obtain distribution of orders and identify, verify, and transport requested materials, equipment, or pallets accordingly.
• Identify and transport requested materials to and from various locations including trucks, storage bays, and staging areas.
• Operate forklift safety adhering to 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 use scanning devices to log and stock products daily.
• Operators may fill other positions as needed.

Skills

Forklift experience

Standing forklift experience

Safety-conscious operation

Forklift training

Flexible workload

Overtime readiness

Job description

Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 an hour + bonuses and differentials.

Join Capitol Distributing as a Forklift Operator and play an important role in keeping our 300,000-square-foot distribution center moving. In this position, you’ll operate a forklift to safely transport, store, stage, and load products throughout the warehouse while helping maintain accurate inventory and efficient operations. We’re looking for an experienced forklift operator who puts safety first, works well in a fast-paced environment, and is willing to jump in wherever needed to support the warehouse team.

Schedule:

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

Benefits:

• 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
• Jacksons & Extra Mile store discounts
• (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

Job 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.
• Operate forklift safety adhering to 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.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime 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.