Hub Forklift Operator - Logistics
Listed on 2026-01-25
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Transportation
General Labor
Pay
Pay Rate:
Minimum $16.20 hr.
- Maximum $18.50 hr.
Our wage ranges are based on paying competitively for our company's size and industry and are one part of the total compensation that may also include incentives, benefits, and other opportunities accordance with New York, Colorado, California, Washington and other applicable laws, PODS is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, geography, and balancing internal equity.
A reasonable estimate of the current wage range is listed below.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal days)
- Paid holidays
- Parental leave / family leave
- Bonus eligibility / incentive pay
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Commuter benefits / transit subsidies (if available)
- Other fringe benefits (e.g. wellness credits)
Responsible for all facets of forklift operations; including but not limited to the loading and unloading of Flatbed Trailers. This includes containers, kits, inventory, or any other item being shipped or received. Responsibilities may include other forklift operations when needed. During slow periods, forklift operator may be required to perform other non-forklift duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Ability to complete forklift training and safely operate a 21,000 lb. capacity forklift
- Adhere to all safety policies and perform all tasks in a safe manner including adherence to OSHA regulations
- Complete daily forklift inspection reports and maintain records onsite
- Notify Hub manager of needed forklift repairs
- Maintain the forklift to ensure it is kept clean and in good repair
- Follow AM SOP by printing routes & pulling ancillary when assigned
- Utilize TMW Management System to add assigned containers and print / time stamp waybills, manifests, and trip sheets
- Check Shipment documents for container assignment accuracy, make sure all loading checks are made, and are signed off on the manifest for each container
- Ensure that all full containers are staged appropriately to ensure timely loading on outbound trucks
- Inspect each container for PODs brand standards i.e. damaged or missing signs, structural damage, missing hardware
- When required repair damaged containers
- Assist Hub Manager with Routing when needed
- Maintain contact with drivers as needed, assisting them with their daily routes
- Assist with ensuring a safe and clean working environment
- Hub / Yard clean up
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal days)
- Paid holidays
- Parental leave / family leave
- Bonus eligibility / incentive pay
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Commuter benefits / transit subsidies (if available)
- Other fringe benefits (e.g. wellness credits)
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Typically reports to Management. Direct supervisor job title(s) typically include:
Hub Manager / Director of Transportation - Job is NOT directly responsible for managing other employees (e.g., hiring/termination and/or pay decisions, performance management)
Education & Experience Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 0-2 years storage center experience preferred
- 2-5 years large forklift experience required
- Ability to obtain Forklift Driver Certification
- Possess basic computer skills i.e. knowledge of Microsoft Office and Web based Data Entry
- Possess math skills sufficient to perform required duties
- Ability to sit at a desk and use a computer for up to 8 hours a day; ability to use hands and fingers to type on a keyboard and use a mouse to navigate; vision sufficient to view small details on a computer monitor
- Ability to stand and walk up to 8 hours a day; ability to stoop, bend and lift boxes…
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