Heavy Forklift Operator

This position operates a large forklift machine no less than 30k for all operations. Employee is required to be proficient in the safe handling and transfer of general cargo, all varieties of pipe, rebar, concrete and other products. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates competency operating 30K+ forklift with 2+ years' experience that includes: Safe handling of all commodities
• Operating with diverse attachments to handle different commodities.
• Proper mounting/dismounting of machine while maintaining three points of contact.
• Proper startup and shutdown of forklift (seatbelt, neutral when starting/stopping, lowers forklift blades to ground and sets brake when parking).
• Proper use of controls (clutch, inching, tilt, lift, attachments, steering).
• Proper stacking of load (approaches load squarely, stacks straight and squarely, and to safe height, deposits load safely, does not move until forks are level and lowered).
• Proper loading /unloading a trailer or van/railcar/container/other (checks the dock plate, condition of the floor/deck, trailer chocks, jack stands, and brakes if applicable, and maneuvers safely in tight quarters).
• Ensures truck drive is outside of cab and visible to operator before loading or unloading
• Checks equipment in accordance with forklift checklist procedures to ensure it is properly maintained and is safe to operate.
• Communicates any issues with machine to supervisor or maintenance
• Follows proper procedures for an unattended machine.
• Ensures machine is operated within safe working load limits at all times
• Follows all company safety requirements/policies.
• Understands and complies with Company Stop Work Authority policy
  Maintains awareness of all surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, traffic, debris or obstructions, etc.) at all times.
• Reviews all shipments upon arrival and inform supervisor immediately of any damages to cargo.
• Ensures that cargo is loaded in appropriate container or trailer for shipment as directed.
  Performs additional related/ unrelated duties as assigned which may or may not include operating a forklift.

Candidate Requirements:

Two (2) years of previous experience operating material handling heavy equipment, including six (6+) months handling steel or concrete. 
A valid license with acceptable driving record.
Must be able to effectively communicate with Supervisors and co-workers
Ability to work a flexible schedule, extended hours, nights, holidays, and/or weekends as needed.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.

**Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:**

• Hard hat
• Safety vest
• Steel-toe shoes or boots
• Safety glasses
• Gloves

**Important: If the candidate lacks any of the required PPE, please notify us immediately before they arrive at the job site.