Warehouse Associate

Applications due by: Aug 7th, 2026

 

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM - This is a temp-to-hire with the eligibility of full-time permanent placement.

Benefits: This position is eligible for Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST) under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. All employees may also make pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions to our retirement plan – must be 18 years of age to participate.

Goodwill of Colorado is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible employer.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Warehouse Associate supports daily warehouse operations by accurately pulling and processing orders, operating forklifts, managing inventory, and assisting customers with pickups and deliveries. This hands-on role requires a dependable, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to safety, efficiency, and excellent customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Pull, package, and process customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Safely operate forklifts and saw equipment.
• Assist with deliveries and help resolve customer concerns.
• Deliver exceptional customer service in person and over the phone.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Learn and utilize the company's barcoding and inventory management systems.
• Assist will-call customers with order pickup and loading.
• Perform additional warehouse and operational duties as assigned.

  

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education:

• A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of forklift experience (Required)
• Clean Driving Record (MVR)
• Dependable with excellent attendance (We take this seriously!)
• Positive team player with a can-do attitude
• Strong attention to detail & problem-solving skills
• Physically able to lift boxes, clean floors, and handle warehouse tasks
• Focused & goal-oriented (No distractions!)
• Enjoys a fast-paced, high-accuracy environment

Other:

• Ability to lift and move plastic materials up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrates consistent attendance, punctuality, and dependability in meeting work schedules and job responsibilities.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and accurately read and apply measurements to support warehouse operations and order fulfillment
• Maintains a positive attitude, works collaboratively with others, and contributes to a productive, team-oriented work environment. 
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions with varying temperatures*.
• The incumbent will be required and must have the ability to drive for company business*.

 

*Per auto vehicle insurance carrier requirements: For applicants/employees to qualify for inclusion on the Goodwill driver insurance schedule, for purpose of driving Goodwill fleet vehicles, or for purpose of receiving company mileage reimbursement they must be at least:
 

• 21 years of age (not engaged in passenger transportation),
   
• 25 – 70 years of age for all passenger transportation services,
   
• 25 years of age for CDL.

 

Applicants/employee will be required to undergo a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and background check; applicants/employees must disclose all moving traffic violations or vehicle crashes (within the last five (5) years)(Note: not all violations are a disqualification for employment and each case will be reviewed by the insurance carrier); must have valid Colorado State driver license; must also be able to operate company vehicle, and adhere to all Federal, State, and local laws governing vehicle operation.

 

Applicants/employees using their personal vehicle for company business (receiving company mileage reimbursement), must have valid vehicle insurance, valid driver license, and vehicle must be in roadworthy condition.

 

 

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses. 

Goodwill participates in E-Verify.  For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

 We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.

 

 

 

 

 

Physical Requirements

Attachment to Job Description

  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Guide to Physical Requirements:

• Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Frequently (3-4 hours)
• Occasionally (1-2 hours)
• Never

 

 

 

LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)

   Heavy: 45 lbs & over - CONTINUOUSLY

   Moderate: 15-44 lbs - CONTINUOUSLY

   Light: 14 lbs & under - CONTINUOUSLY

CARRYING:

   Heavy: 45 lbs & over - CONTINUOUSLY

   Moderate: 15-44 lbs - CONTINUOUSLY

   Light: 14 lbs & under - CONTINUOUSLY

PUSHING/PULLING - CONTINUOUSLY

REACHING:

   Above Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY

   At Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY

   Below Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY

TWISTING - CONTINUOUSLY

BENDING - CONTINUOUSLY

KNEELING/CRAWLING - CONTINUOUSLY

SQUAT - CONTINUOUSLY

CLIMBING:

   Use of legs only (stairs) - OCCASIONALLY

   Use of arms & legs (ladders) - OCCASIONALLY

HEARING - CONTINUOUSLY

VISION:

   Visual, close - CONTINUOUSLY

   Visual, distant - CONTINUOUSLY

   Visual, depth perception - CONTINUOUSLY

HANDS/FINGERS:

   Simple grasping - CONTINUOUSLY

   Fine Manipulation - CONTINUOUSLY

   Repetitive Movements - CONTINUOUSLY

WALKING - CONTINUOUSLY

STANDING - CONTINUOUSLY

SITTING - OCCASIONALLY

SPEAKING - CONTINUOUSLY

OTHER, please describe - OCCASIONALLY - Driving, CONTINUOUSLY - Working in various weather conditions/varying temperatures*.