Forklift Operator FT
About the role
R+L Carriers has an immediate need for Full-time Forklift Operators at our Rock Rapids, IA service center. As a Forklift Operator, you will be tasked with moving all different types of freight safely in and out of enclosed trailers up to 53' long. You will be operating a forklift on a roofed but non-climate-controlled dock.
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
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
Skills
None specifically listed in the job description.
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
Pay
Earns starting at $28.09 per hour
Schedule
Full-time, Monday - Friday, Nights
Benefits
- 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment
Company Culture
R+L Carriers - Women in Trucking
About Us
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
R+L Carriers will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s 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. 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.