Warehouse Equipment Operator

Location: Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Department: Warehouse

Team: Distribution & Warehousing

About the Role

Wayfair's Warehouse Equipment Operator role in Jacksonville, Florida, is a full-time position in the Warehouse Department focused on operating equipment to support logistics and fulfillment during high-volume periods, especially peak season from Oct 19-Dec 13. Starting at $18.00 per hour (with $19.50 for hours after 6pm and $2.50 equipment premium), operators handle material movement, order processing, and inventory tasks in a dynamic environment with flexible shifts like Mon-Fri 10am-6:30pm, Sun-Tues 5am-5:30pm, or Wed-Sat 6am-4:30pm, including required overtime. Successful candidates demonstrate commitment through attendance and performance to earn an $800 peak bonus, while benefiting from Day 1 medical eligibility, 401(k), referral bonuses, overtime pay, company discounts, and growth opportunities. This role emphasizes safe equipment use, efficiency in Wayfair's supply chain operations, and adaptability to ensure seamless delivery logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate warehouse equipment to fulfill orders
• Load and unload materials using equipment
• Maintain safety standards in equipment operation
• Work assigned shifts including peak season overtime
• Meet performance metrics for bonus eligibility
• Handle inventory movement in fast-paced environment
• Collaborate with team during high-volume periods
• Adhere to attendance requirements for peak bonus

Required Qualifications

• Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently
• Commitment to attendance during peak season (Oct 19-Dec 13)
• Successful performance throughout peak period for bonus eligibility
• Availability for flexible shifts including overtime
• Physical ability to work full-time warehouse shifts
• Eligibility for medical benefits from Day 1
• Reliable transportation to Jacksonville, FL facility

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as warehouse equipment operator
• Availability for night shifts (after 6pm)
• Proven ability to handle overtime hours

Required Skills

• Equipment operation (forklifts, pallet jacks)
• Warehouse safety protocols
• Inventory handling
• Time management for shift work
• Physical stamina for full shifts
• Team collaboration
• Attention to performance metrics
• Reliability and attendance
• Adaptability to shift changes
• Overtime availability
• Peak season commitment
• Basic logistics coordination

Benefits

• Starting base pay $18.00/hour ($19.50 after 6pm)
• Equipment operator premium $2.50/hour
• Peak performance bonus up to $800
• Medical benefits from Day 1
• Referral bonuses
• Overtime hours and pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Wayfair company discount

Wayfair is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.