Heavy Forklift Operator

• Location: Cleveland, TX
• Job Status: Full Time Permanent
• Compensation: $22-$25/hr
• Benefits: Extended Medical Benefits including dental, pharmaceutical and more!
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions available to employees age 21+ after 3 months of service
• Shift: 40hours/week; flexibility required on days worked
• Opportunity for overtime
• Competitive Vacation Policy
• The stability of a +100 year old company and the spirit of an innovative and entrepreneurial organization
• Growth potential and career advancement opportunities

As advocates of equal opportunity, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.

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 the U.S. to inventory and transfer product between truck, rail and container shipping to for delivery to satisfied customers. 

We are looking for an experienced Heavy-Duty Forklift Operator to join our reload team in North Houston, TX. 

Great people work here!

For more information please visit arrow.ca/reload

• Operate high capacity forklifts (up to 25,000lbs)
• Loading and unloading lumber, steel and engineered wood products from trucks, railcars or containers
• Secure commodities on railcars using appropriate rigging, tie-downs, and safety procedures to prevent shifting during transit
• Work at heights while inspecting, loading, and securing freight, following all fall protection and safety regulations
• Support inventory control (inbound/outbound/on ground) and accurately document
• Ability to prepare load plans for railcar, truck and/or container
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment
• Assist with general yard clean up/maintenance
• Assist with cleaning of equipment, cutting steel banding for package securement, and monitoring disposal of items
• Inspect and verify product condition to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures
• Work in adherence to all safe work practices, procedures, as well as all regulatory requirements
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew
• May be asked to travel to other transload terminals to assist if necessary 
• Other duties as instructed by supervisor

• A minimum of 2 years relevant forklift and/or other transload equipment experience 
• Knowledge and experience working in the lumber or transload industry is an asset
• Experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars is an asset
• Previous experience operating high capacity forklifts (25,000 lbs) is an asset
• Previous experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars is an asset
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps, heat, wind)
• Comfortable working at heights exceeding 10 feet, using fall protection equipment
• A positive attitude  
• Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Embody Arrow’s values: Safety, Integrity, Responsibility, Quality, Teamwork, and Fun!

Arrow has been recognized as a Top Fleet Employer of Distinction, a SmartWay Transport Partner, a BCTA Clean Carrier, a BC Hydro Clean Energy Champion and as a Carrier of Excellence in Women's Leadership.