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Heavy Forklift Operator

Arrow Transportation Systems

Job Location:

Cleveland, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 22 - 25

Posted: 19 June 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 5 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We Offer

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: 40 hours/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.

Overview

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 high capacity forklifts (up to 25000lbs)

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

You Possess

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 (25000 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 Arrows 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 Womens Leadership.

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