Franklin Logistics is a local, family-owned business founded in 1985. With six locations in the Chambersburg, PA area, we have grown into a leading 3PL provider and industrial developer, delivering warehousing, transloading, and transportation solutions for over 40 years.

Our employees are the foundation of our success. We foster a supportive, team-oriented workplace where people are respected, safety comes first, and growth is encouraged. Our team takes pride in owning our customers’ challenges and delivering dependable, high-quality service. By embracing change and continuously improving, we strengthen relationships, keep our commitments, and create a positive environment for both our employees and customers.

Ready to Take the Wheel and Keep the Lumber Yard Moving All Year Long?

Jump into the driver’s seat as a Lumber Yard Forklift Operator and turn every day into an outdoor adventure! You’ll be the mastermind behind loading and unloading rail cars and flatbed trailers, keeping materials moving like clockwork. This role is perfect for someone who’s reliable, can take the lead without being told, thrives on adapting to whatever the day throws at them, and loves working outside all year long. Reporting directly to the site supervisor, you’ll be a full-time, hands-on hero making the lumber yard run smoothly. This is a full time, non-exempt, hourly position. 

• Hours of operation: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Starting Pay is $ 21.00
• Weekly pay 

Primary Job Duties:

• Operate 5K, 10K, 15K, and 36K Forklifts 
• Load lumber and steel onto flatbed trailers 
• Move and stack materials 
• Move rail cars on the line 
• Strap products into gondolas
• Fall Protection Certification 
• Unstrap and secure rail cars 
• Unload box cars 
• Receive and process shipments 
• Spreader Bar Operations 
• Unload Steel from Gondolas 
• 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

Experience and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred) 
• Must be 18 years of age or older 
• 1 year Lumber Yard Experience 
• 1 year’ 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 
• Pre-hire Drug Screening Required
• Background Screening Not Conducted

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) 262-2904.