Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand. Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods of time. 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. Category:Transportation, Keywords:Forklift Operator, Location:Pittsburgh, P15225

forklift operator

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.<ul><li>Pay starts at $19.74/hour</li><li>Full health insurance benefits available on day one</li><li>Life and disability insurance</li><li>Earn up to 13 days PTO over the course of your first year </li><li>9 paid company holidays</li><li>401(k) option with company match</li><li>Education assistance</li></ul> What you’ll do on a typical day:<ul><li>Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight</li><li>Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand </li><li>Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies</li><li>Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies </li><li>Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments</li><li>Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for extended periods of time</li></ul>What you need to succeed at XPO: At a minimum, you’ll need:<ul><li>To be at least 18 years of age</li><li>Ability to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator</li><li>Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends, due to varying freight volumes</li></ul>It’d be great if you also have:<ul><li>Dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry </li><li>Forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment</li><li>Experience loading and unloading trailers</li><li>Desire to succeed with a strong attention to detail</li></ul>This job requires the ability to:<ul><li>Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 70 lbs. occasionally)</li><li>Sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including a pallet jack, forklift and by hand</li><li>Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery</li><li>Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary</li></ul>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.    Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here. PandoLogic. Category:Transportation, Keywords:Forklift Operator, Location:Pittsburgh, PA-15225

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