Forklift Operator - Chicago Reload

We Offer

Competitive pay: $25- $30 per hour based on experience

Employer paid Health Care. Extended Medical Benefits including dental, pharmaceutical and more!

Shift: Monday-Friday; 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, opportunity to work Saturdays occasionally

Opportunity for overtime

Competitive Vacation Policy

Year-round work

On-site training

Growth potential and career advancement opportunities

In business since 1919 and still growing! Arrow is a diversified transportation, logistics, and materials handling company with operations throughout Canada and the U.S. Arrow is a leader in reload operations, partnering with Class 1 railways in US and Canada to inventory and transfer product between truck and rail for delivery to satisfied customers.

Follow all workplace safety policies, and compliance regulations, participate in identifying hazards

Comply with all rules and regulations, protocols and established metrics

Establish or adjust daily tasks/schedules to meet changing order priorities

Maintenance of fleet equipment, e.g. wash and paint equipment

Follow maintenance testing and repairs procedures of products

Keep yard and equipment neat and organized

May be asked to travel to other terminals to assist if necessary

Provide internal and external Customer Service excellence

Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of yard, shop, department, or work crew

Ability to understand cross training on all functions at facility

Operate forklifts to handle various weight capacities (15,000lbs - 25,000lbs.)

Loading and unloading product from railcars and trucks

Support inventory control (inbound/outbound/on ground) and accurately document

Ability to prepare load plans for railcars, trucks and/or containers

Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment

Inspect and verify product condition to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures

Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew

Other duties as assigned by the Division Manager

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment.

Previous relevant forklift experience (capacity of 15,000lbs)

Can carry at least 50 lbs and swing a 10 lbs sledge hammer

Good physical condition

Comfortable with heights

Experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars an asset

Experience working in a lumber yard is an asset

Experience working with computers is an asset

Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

Demonstrates strong communication skills both verbally and written

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule

Embody Arrow's values: Safety, Integrity, Responsibility, Quality, Teamwork and Fun!