Warehouse Unloader/Forklift Operator

Capstone-Logistics,-LL; South Valley (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Get paid weekly

Benefits after 60 days

Career growth opportunities

Paid training

Safety incentives

Travel opportunities with Capstone

Job summary

Capstone is hiring experienced Forklift Operators / Warehouse Unloaders to join our team in Albuquerque. This fast-paced role centers on safely operating forklift equipment to unload, move and stage freight.

You will work in a cooler/refrigerated environment with stand-up, ride-on EPJ, and sit-down forklifts as needed. The ideal candidate has hands-on forklift experience, strong work ethic, and the ability to lift 25–75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience required.
• Stand-up forklift experience required.
• Ride-on EPJ experience required.
• Sit-down forklift experience preferred.
• Experience in a cooler/refrigerated environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to unload, move and stage freight.
• Transport pallets with ride-on EPJs throughout the warehouse.
• Unload incoming freight safely and efficiently.
• Inspect freight for damage or discrepancies.
• Maintain an organized and safe work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and report issues.
• Assist with loading, sorting and palletizing freight.

Skills

Safety-minded

Reliable attendance

Lifting capability 25–75 lbs

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Ride-on EPJ

Sit-down forklift

Job description

4:30AM until finished Monday-Friday (schedule set at time of hire)

Job Description

FORKLIFT OPERATOR / WAREHOUSE UNLOADER

Pay: $700–$800+ per week
Pay Frequency: Weekly
Schedule:Monday–Friday
Start Time: 4:30 AM until finished
Schedule: Set at time of hire
Work Environment: Cooler / Refrigerated Warehouse
Forklift Experience: Required

EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE

• Ride-On EPJ,Stand-Up Forklift or Sit-Down Forklift — Required

THE OPPORTUNITY

Capstone is hiring experienced Forklift Operators / Warehouse Unloaders to join our team in Albuquerque.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on warehouse position where forklift operation is the primary focus. You will be responsible for safely operating warehouse equipment while unloading, moving and staging incoming freight.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience operating a stand‑up forklift and ride‑on EPJ and is comfortable working in a cooler or refrigerated environment. Previous sit‑down forklift experience is a plus.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Operate stand-up forklifts to unload, move and stage freight
• Operate ride-on EPJs to transport pallets and product throughout the warehouse
• Operate sit-down forklifts when needed
• Unload incoming freight safely and efficiently
• Move and stage pallets in designated warehouse locations
• Assist with loading, sorting, palletizing and staging freight
• Inspect freight for damage or discrepancies
• Report damaged or incorrect freight to site leadership
• Maintain an organized and efficient work area
• Follow all equipment operating and safety procedures
• Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned by site leadership

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Previous forklift experience is required
• Stand-up forklift experience is required
• Ride-on EPJ experience is required
• Sit-down forklift experience is preferred
• Previous warehouse, unloading or distribution center experience is preferred
• Comfortable working in a cooler or refrigerated environment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding warehouse
• Able to lift and carry 25–75 lbs.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Safety-minded with good attention to detail
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to follow established procedures and direction from site leadership

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a physically active warehouse position requiring extended periods of standing, walking, lifting, operating equipment and handling freight.

The facility operates in a cooler/refrigerated environment. Candidates must be comfortable working in colder temperatures for extended periods.

WHY WORK WITH CAPSTONE?

People want to work at Capstone because of our high-performance culture. We build strong relationships, challenge the status quo, work hard to deliver results, and pay it forward in our communities. Through transparency and open lines of communication, we do the right thing and deliver on our promises.

Why you should work with us:

• Get paid weekly
• Benefits available after 60 days of employment
• Career growth opportunities — we promote from within first
• Paid training
• Safety incentives
• Opportunities to join our travel team, see the country and learn how different Capstone sites operate
• A high-performance culture focused on teamwork, accountability and delivering results

ABOUT CAPSTONE

Capstone is a North American supply chain solutions partner with more than 650 operating locations, 19,000 associates and 60,000 carriers.

We provide freight management, warehouse and distribution center support, last-mile delivery, supply chain analytics and optimization, and other logistics solutions.

Our integrated, end-to-end logistics solutions uniquely position us to help our partners reduce warehousing and transportation costs.

If you have forklift experience, a strong work ethic and are ready to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, apply today to join the Capstone team.

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