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Forklift Operator (10k+) Lumberyard

Franklin Logistics and Development
Chambersburg, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025

Franklin Logistics is a local, family owned business started in 1985. Franklin Logistics has expanded to 5 locations in the Chambersburg, PA area and has grown into a premier 3PL provider and industrial developer. With 35 years of experience of supply chain solutions, Franklin Logistics provides warehousing, trans-loading, and transportation for businesses.

Franklin Logistics takes extreme ownership in our customers' needs while delivering world class service. We embrace change and are relentless about improvement while investing in our relationships and honoring our commitments.

Maintain a fun workplace while being vigilant about employee and customer safety. Franklin Logistics is easy to work with and treats everyone with respect.

Lumber Yard - Forklift

The lumber yard - forklift operators work outdoors loading and unloading rail cars and flatbed trailers. This position is ideal for individuals who are dependable, able to lead with minimal direction, adaptable to changes as they arise, and who enjoy working outdoors year-round. The lumber yard - forklift operator reports directly to the site supervisor and is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position.

  • Hours of operation : Monday - Friday, 7 am - 5 pm
  • Starting Pay Range is $17- $17.75 / Based on experience

Primary Job Duties Include :

  • Load and unload rail cars and flatbed trucks
  • Move and stack materials
  • Unload steel beams from Gondolas
  • Receive and process shipments
  • General housekeeping duties in production areas
  • Comply with and adhere to all safety policies and regulations
  • Perform proper forklift inspections and adhere to all forklift operating guidelines and procedures
  • Utilization of fall protection system when working with rail cars
  • Requirements

    Experience and Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred)
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • 2 years' Lumber Yard Experience
  • 2 years' Large Forklift (10k or higher) Experience
  • Rail car Experience a plus
  • Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted
  • Must be able to walk, bend, lift, and stand throughout the duration of the shift
  • Must be flexible with working in multiple site locations
  • All employees receive :

  • Paid on the job training
  • A safe, clean, and respectful workplace
  • Opportunity to advance within the organization
  • Employee appreciation and engagement events
  • Employee recognition and continuous performance feedback
  • Full-time employees receive : (after 60 days of successful employment)

  • Paid Holidays and vacation time
  • Paid Time Off for employee's birthday
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 401k with company match after one year of employment
  • Franklin Logistics is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status and complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

    Applicants requiring special accommodations during and after the application process can contact our Human Resources department at (717) 262-2906.

    Salary Description

    17-17.75 hourly

    Salary : $17 - $18

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