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Warehouse Specialist

Uniti Group Inc., Sugar Hill, GA, United States


Overview
Uniti is a

premier insurgent fiber provider

dedicated to enabling mission-critical connectivity across the United States.

With a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti

builds, operates and delivers critical fiber-based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses .

About The Role
We’re hiring a dependable General Warehouse Worker to support day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, picking, packing, staging, and shipping. This role requires attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What You’ll Do

Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment (accuracy and speed required)

Receive incoming shipments; verify counts and inspect for damage

Label, sort, and stage inventory in designated locations

Load/unload trucks using pallet jacks, carts, and/or forklifts (if certified)

Operate basic warehouse equipment and tools safely (e.g., pallet jack, tape dispenser, scanners)

Perform inventory counts and assist with cycle counting as needed

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area (5S/housekeeping)

Follow company procedures for safety, quality, and shipping/receiving documentation

Other duties assigned to support warehouse operations

Qualifications

Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or logistics experience preferred (not required)

Basic math and reading skills; ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Operate basic computer systems (training provided)

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet productivity/quality goals

Ability to lift, up to 50 lbs. regularly

Ability to stand/walk for extended periods; frequent bending, reaching, and twisting

Ability to work in varying warehouse conditions (temperature
oise)

Even Better

Forklift certification or experience (sit-down/stand-up/reach truck)

Shipping carrier systems experience (USPS/UPS/FedEx/LTL)

Physical & Work Requirements

Physical Tasks – Standing Continuously: 67-100% | Walking Continuously: 67–100% | Sitting Occasionally: 0-33%

Driving – Car: Occasionally: 0-33% | Van: Occasionally: 0-33% | CMV: Occasionally: 0-33%

Climbing: Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Continuously: 67-100% | Crouching: Continuously: 67-100%

Pushing-Pulling: Continuously: 67-100% | Carrying: Continuously: 67-100% | Reaching Above Head: Continuously: 67-100%

Lifting-Lowering >1-15 lbs: Continuously: 67-100% | >15-30 lbs: Continuously: 67-100% | >30+ lbs: Continuously: 67-100%

Audio-Visual & Exposures

Repetitive Hand Action – >Medium Dexterity: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: 67-100% | Operate Foot Control: Occasionally: 0-33%

Hearing, Near/Far/Peripheral Vision, Depth Perception as applicable

Exposures to Cold, Heat, Dampness, Heights, Vibration, Skin Irritants, Lung Irritants (Dust), Fumes/Gases

Equipment Used
Ladders, Hand and Power Tools, van, Forklift and Pallet Jack

Minimum Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent. This is a safety sensitive position.

Our Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans

401K Plan

Health & Flexible Savings Account

Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans

Educational Assistance Plan

Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.

Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens
Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, may require approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system
etwork access to non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approvals. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide identifying information to obtain necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@uniti.com for information on foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.

Notice to Applicants
Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other screenings conducted by a third party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate. Any misrepresentation may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.

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