Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Requisition Id: 370714

Business Unit: LTL

Location

Phoenix, AZ, AZ, US, 85043

Solutions driven success.

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.

Pay, benefits and more.

• Experienced forklift operators can start at $24.28/hour

• Full health insurance benefits available on day one

• Life and disability insurance

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

• 9 paid company holidays

• 401(k) option with company match

• Education assistance

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, forklift and by hand

• 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 of time

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

• To be at least 18 years of age

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

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

It'd be great if you also have:

• Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry

• Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment

• Experience loading and unloading trailers

• Desire to succeed with a strong attention to detail

This job requires the ability to

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

• Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including a pallet jack, forklift and by hand

• Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time 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

Be part of something big.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

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