Forklift Operator FT

About the role

R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Full-time Forklift Operators at our Lexington, KY service center.

Responsibilities

• Moving all different types of freight safely in and out of enclosed trailers up to 53’ long.
• Operating a forklift on a roofed but non-climate-controlled dock.

Requirements

• Able to bend, lift and stoop without difficulty.
• Able to read manifests.
• Able to read/interact with a computer display.
• Forklift experience.
• Dependable and able to work in a fast pace environment.
• Previous forklift experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Some LTL experiences preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to bend, lift and stoop without difficulty.
• Must be able to read manifests.
• Must be able to read/interact with a computer display.
• Must have forklift experience.
• Must be dependable and able to work in a fast pace environment.
• Must have previous forklift experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Some LTL experiences preferred.

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret manifests.
• Computer interaction skills.
• Forklift operation skills.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, Various Shifts

Pay

$23.02 per hour

Company Culture

R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success.

About R+L Carriers

R+L Carriers is a women in trucking company. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law.

EEO Statement

R+L Carriers will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.