
Forklift Operator - Part-Time
Part-timeSan Jose, CAPart-time$26.05–32.04/hrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Job overview
XPO, Inc. is hiring a Forklift Operator - Part-Time. The Forklift Operator at XPO works in a San Jose dock handling freight, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and using mobile devices to track shipments. The role requires basic math skills, shift flexibility, and adherence to safety policies while loading, unloading, and securing trailers in a non‑climate‑controlled environment.
Key focus areas include Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non‑palletized freight, Operate forklift and pallet jack to move freight safely, and Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools.
Important skills include Basic Math Calculations. Preferred (not required): Attention To Detail and Communication.
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Full job description
Forklift Operator - Part-Time
Requisition Id: 389053
Business Unit: LTL
Location:
San Jose, CA, US, 95131
What you’ll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO
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Minimum qualifications:
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Be at least 18 years of age
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Able to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
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Available to work a variety of shifts due to varying freight volumes, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
Preferred qualifications:
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Dock or warehouse experience in the transportation industry
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Forklift experience in a freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) environment
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Experience loading and unloading trailers
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Strong attention to detail and desire to succeed
About the Forklift Operator job
Pay, benefits and more:
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Expected pay range: $26.05 to $32.04 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.
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Competitive and comprehensive benefits options available for those scheduled to work 30 hours or more/week
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This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position
What you’ll do on a typical day:
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Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight
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Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack and forklift
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Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies
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Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
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Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments
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Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods
Forklift Operators are required to:
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Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 70 lbs.)
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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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