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Forklift Operator

XPO, Inc.

Tomah, WIJob$28.1/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$28.1/hr
Location
Tomah, WI
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

XPO, Inc. is hiring a Forklift Operator. XPO is seeking a Forklift Operator to efficiently sort, handle, load, and unload freight using motorized and manual equipment. The role involves securing freight, adhering to safety policies, and using mobile handheld devices to track shipments. Candidates should be at least 18 years old and able to perform basic math calculations.

Key focus areas include Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight, Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift, and Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 18+ and Available To Work Variety Of Shifts. Important skills include Basic Math Calculations, Efficiently Sort Freight, Handle Freight, Load Palletized And Non-Palletized Freight, Unload Palletized And Non-Palletized Freight, and Pallet Jack. Preferred (not required): Attention To Detail and Succeed.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Math CalculationsEfficiently Sort FreightHandle FreightLoad Palletized and Non-Palletized FreightUnload Palletized and Non-Palletized FreightPallet JackForkliftSecure Freight Inside TrailersAdhering to Company Safety PoliciesMobile Handheld DevicesScan ShipmentsTrack ShipmentsLift Freight Up to 50 LbsLift Freight Greater Than 70 Lbs OccasionallyWalk and Stand for Extended PeriodsTwistSquatCommunicate EffectivelyAttention to DetailSucceed

Qualifications

Must Be 18+Available to Work Variety of ShiftsDock or Warehouse Experience in Transportation IndustryForklift Experience in Freight or LTL EnvironmentExperience Loading and Unloading Trailers

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Forklift Operator

Requisition Id: 388829

Business Unit: LTL

Location:

Tomah, WI, US, 54660

What you’ll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO

Get a feel for the role. Watchthisshort video (https://jobs.xpo.com/go/Dockworkers-and-Forklift-Operators/2520300/) to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator

  • Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends

Preferred qualifications:

  • Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry

  • Forklift experience in a freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) environment

  • Experience loading and unloading trailers

  • Strong attention to detail and desire to succeed

About the Forklift Operator job

Pay, benefits and more:

  • Experienced forklift operators can start at $28.10/hour

  • FAC ONLY : Additional $1.80/hour shift premium for nights

  • FAC Shift

  • Full health insurance benefits are available on day one

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year

  • 9 paid company holidays

  • 401(k) option with company match

  • Education assistance

  • This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position

What you’ll do on a typical day:

  • Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight

  • Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift

  • Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies

  • Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies

  • Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments

  • Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods

Forklift Operators are required to:

  • Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 70 lbs.)

  • Safely walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

  • Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary

About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

Review XPO's candidate privacy statementhere (https://jobs.xpo.com/content/CANDIDATE-PRIVACY-NOTICE/?locale=en\_US) .

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