Forklift Operator

POSITION SUMMARY This position will operate industrial trucks or tractors equipped to move materials around a warehouse, storage yard, sawmill plant, or similar location. Candidates applying MUST HAVE PREVIOUS FORKLIFT EXPERIENCE/ WORK HISTORY. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities Move levers or controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams with swivel-hooks, hoists, or elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, or stack material. Position lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, or boxes and secure material or products for transport to designated areas. Operate or tend automatic stacking, loading, packaging, or cutting machines. Perform routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment, such as cleaning, lubricating, recharging batteries, fueling, or replacing liquefied-gas tank. Weigh materials or products and record weight or other production data on tags or labels. Hook tow trucks to trailer hitches and fasten attachments, such as graders, plows, rollers, or winch cables to tractors, using hitch pins. Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery. Manually or mechanically load or unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles. Move controls to drive gasoline- or electric-powered trucks, cars, or tractors and transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas. Safety Observes safety and security procedures Reports potentially unsafe conditions Uses equipment and materials properly Wears all required personal protective equipment (PPE) Education and/or Experience High school diploma or GED A valid driver's license and a good driving record Licensed forklift truck operator preferred Passion for safety initiatives and exceptional safety record Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays if needed Skills Good communication (verbal & written), planning, and organizational skills Self-motivated and ability to multi-task Strong troubleshooting skills #J-18808-Ljbffr Hunt Forest Products