Forklift Operator

Job Description-Forklift Operator

Job Description: Forklift Operator

Level: Hourly

Exempt: No

Shift: 8:00 – 17:00 Plus Overtime as needed

Department: Operations

Reports to: Warehouse (Terminal) Manager/Supervisor

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Operate equipment such as Powered industrial Forklifts to perform work that the equipment is designed for
• Maintains housekeeping standards as designated by location Staff/Management
• Come to work properly dressed with work pants, work boots and proper PPE (glasses, goggles & gloves for example) as well as being prepared to work outside during inclement weather.
• Must be able to recoup freight as needed & must be flexible with job assignment
• Damage and loss control
• Must perform all duties assigned by Management to ensure operations continue without interruption
• Must know how to properly load/unload conveyances safely and walk off space within the conveyance
• Must know proper Safe Working Load limits of equipment being used

Maintenance

• Responsible for checking equipment for damage or repairs as need and keeping Management informed
• Perform daily inspection of assigned equipment and perform minor maintenance tasks
  • Minor maintenance, such as: washing, cleaning, testing equipment

Administrative

• Must be able to read and understand the paperwork and the task being requested from the paperwork
• Must be able to write clearly on the paperwork to answer questions being asked and fulfill operations paperwork requirements and understand METRIC system
• Must be able to clearly mark freight with Unit information for record keeping and tally freight
• Must be able to read and understand Operations Procedures

SAFETY

• Shall not operate any equipment before filling out PIT operator’s Pre-operation inspection report
• Ensure that safe equipment operating conditions are met before operating and during operations
• Must inspect and understand Rigging Requirements

Education, Knowledge and Experience Requirements

• Ability to read and write and apply basic Mathematics concepts
• Experience operating forklifts of various types and sizes, experience in the hold of a ship
  • If no experience in a hold, operator must be willing to be trained
• Ability to respond to issues quickly, safely, and effectively in a fast-paced environment MUST be able to work in all-weather elements
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card
• Be willing to be part of a TEAM and work together to achieve Operational Goals

Physical Requirements

• Be able to lift 90lbs
• Perform work in dusty, dirty environment in all weather conditions
• Employee must meet physical requirements but not limited to: kneeling, walking, crouching, climbing ladders and navigating uneven surfaces

Pre-employment Requirements:

All employment offers are contingent upon the applicant passing a pre-employment physical examination, drug screen and criminal background check.