Job Position:          Forklift Operator 

Location:                Sparks, Nevada

Employment Type: Swing Shift Or Weekend Shift

Business:               Warehouse Associate

Forklift Operator Job Description

Our Forklift Operators are responsible for moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment. You’ll load and unload shipments of various sizes, and you may use certain types of equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. Our environment is team oriented, fast paced and safety focused.

Forklift Operator Job Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move palettes using various types of forklifts or other power equipment 80% of specified shift.

• Pull and prepare freight for shipment ensuring the right freight is loaded

• Keep appropriate records and reports for accuracy.

• Comply with all OSHA and MSDS standards.

• Verify load accuracy; check the stability, and product damage, report variances as necessary.

• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.

• Complete daily inspection of equipment.

Forklift Operator Qualifications:

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred

• Six months warehouse experience, preferred

Who We Are:

We are Growing! Giltner Logistics is an asset-backed third-party logistics provider that offers a unique solution for its customers. By utilizing our extensive carrier network of over 35,000 carriers as well as our two asset-based sister companies, we provide top-of-the-line service throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Giltner's business practices are based on long-term relationships, which means we give our customers and carriers the respect and service they deserve.

Our corporate headquarters is located in Twin Falls, Idaho, and we have over 40 offices throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on the customer service we offer and the level of work ethic we adhere to.