Forklift Operator

Energy hits different on the dock. Not built for desk jobs? Perfect. Skip the gym. Move freight instead. We’re looking for Freight Handlers who love being super active. At Roadrunner, you’ll help keep freight moving safely, efficiently, and on time in a fast-paced environment where hard work matters. The Freight Handler is a mission‑critical contributor to our Operations team, ensuring freight moves through our network with precision, speed, and zero compromise to safety or quality. As our Smart Network™ continues to scale nationwide, the reliability of our dock operations directly impacts transit performance, customer satisfaction, and the integrity of our long‑haul model. This role exists to keep freight flowing efficiently through the service center—executing high‑accuracy loading, unloading, tagging, and movement of shipments that power our metro‑to‑metro network. Success in this role means maintaining consistent throughput, minimizing rehandling, preventing damage, and supporting a clean, safe, and high‑performance dock environment.

 What you’ll do 1. Execute high ‑ precision freight handling Load, unload, stack, and secure freight with accuracy and care to prevent damage. Follow work orders and verbal instructions to determine freight movement priorities. Apply tags, labels, and documentation to ensure full shipment visibility. Assemble and band freight bundles to maintain stability and compliance. 2. Operate equipment safely and efficiently Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, and other industrial equipment to move freight. Install blocking, bracing, and padding to secure freight in trailers. Maintain equipment cleanliness and support routine operational upkeep. Follow all safety rules, hazardous materials protocols, and operational procedures. 3. Maintain dock flow and operational readiness Transport freight between dock areas, trailers, and designated storage zones. Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards to support continuous flow. Assist machine operators and cross functional teams as needed. Support proactive efforts to meet service center throughput and quality goals. 4. Support cross ‑ functional coordination Communicate effectively with operations leadership and dock supervisors. Surface issues, delays, or safety concerns with clarity and urgency. Collaborate with team members to maintain a high performance dock environment. Demonstrate sound judgment when navigating ambiguous or fast changing situations. 5. Uphold safety, accuracy, and performance standards Prioritize tasks to meet operational timelines without sacrificing quality. Manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a high velocity environment. Ensure all freight is handled in alignment with company standards and regulatory requirements. Contribute to a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. What you bring High school diploma or GED required. 1–3 months of related…