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At a glance
Job overview
XPO, Inc. is hiring a Forklift Operator. XPO seeks a Forklift Operator to efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non‑palletized freight, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, secure freight in trailers, and follow safety policies while working varied shifts on a non‑climate‑controlled dock and maintain accurate tracking using mobile devices.
Key focus areas include Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non‑palletized freight., Operate motorized and manual equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks., and Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies..
Important skills include Forklift, Pallet Jack, Mobile Handheld Devices, and Basic Math. Preferred (not required): Attention To Detail.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Forklift Operator
Requisition Id: 389124
Business Unit: LTL
Location:
Fremont, IN, US, 46737
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:
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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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Experienced forklift operators can start at $28.10/hour
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FAC ONLY : Additional $1.80/hour shift premium for nights
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FAC Shift
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Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
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Life and disability insurance
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Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year
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9 paid company holidays
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401(k) option with company match
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Education assistance
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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
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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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