Yard Laborer

Givens is Driven to Deliver- both for our customers and our employees. Since 1957 we have provided our customers a single source solution for warehouse, distribution, transportation, packing and crating and air freight services. We have been growing significantly over the last few years and continue to grow at a rapid pace.

We are looking for a Yard Laborer/ Forklift Operator for our Packing and Crating division. If you have this experience, we would like to meet you!

Responsibilities:

* Securing of freight to flat racks and in open top containers. Training is provided.

* Utilizing Industrial forklifts to accomplish tasks.

* Cleaning out/off containers and work areas.

* Must be able to follow direction, work independently or work in a team.

* Careful handling of customer freight.

Requirements

* Experience moving heavy objects.

* Working outside in warehouse yard securing freight to ocean equipment containers (open top/flat rack) for export.

* Unloading import freight from ocean equipment containers.

* Use of chains/binders, strapping material, tape measures, power tools (nail guns/saws).

* Attention to detail.

* Careful handling of freight.

* Able to withstand outside conditions during the seasons.

Benefits

This position is within a small business environment with opportunity for growth. Competitive compensation depending on experience. Pay starts at $16.00 per hour.