Warehouse Forklift Driver

About Capitol

Capitol Distributing is the largest convenience wholesale distributor in Idaho. Founded in 1983, Capitol delivers to retailers across the Western United States from its 300,000 square foot distribution center in Caldwell, Idaho.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate standing forklifts throughout the warehouse which can include receiving, storage, supply and loading areas
• Obtain distribution of orders and then identify, verify, and transport requested materials, equipment, or pallets accordingly
• Identify and transport requested materials to and from various locations including trucks, storage bays, and staging areas
• Apply understanding of forklift operations, safety, and loading capacities
• Communicate with supervisor and floor lead on a regular basis to meet business objectives
• Ensure accuracy of product inventory and storage through placing items in assigned locations
• May be asked to use scanning devices to log and stock products daily
• Operators may fill other positions as needed

Working Conditions

• Work in regular or freezer temperatures; individuals working in freezer conditions will be provided with adequate cold gear and receive additional hourly differentials
• Use standing forklifts to move pallets of materials in narrow and crowded areas
• General physical movement such as frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and reaching, lifting 70+ lbs, and overhead lifting
• Repetitively use both hands by grasping products and loading the product on the forklift
• Frequently bend, twist, stoop, and frequently get on and off the lift
• Expected to follow and understand basic instructions/policies

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift experience
• Standing forklift experience preferred
• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly
• Ability to attend and pass onsite forklift driving training as requested
• Must be able to work other jobs within the warehouse as needed
• Must be able to work occasional overtime as needed

Pay

$18.00 - $22.00 an hour + bonuses and differentials.

Schedule

Full-time including 1 weekend day. Overtime may be required based on business needs and operational demands.

Benefits

• 15 days (120 hours) Paid Time Off annually
• 6 Paid Company Holidays annually
• 4% Company Match 401k Retirement Plans
• Medical Benefits Plans & Health/Flex Saving Accounts
• Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• Jacksons & Extra Mile store discounts (15% off purchases, $0.20 cents off fuel per gallon)
• Annual $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship and Financial Assistance Programs
• On Demand Pay & Pay-cards
• Up to $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Up to $2,000 a year in performance bonuses
• Annual Merit Pay Increases