Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

Job OpportunityAKHIRE is currently recruiting for the following position:Forklift Operator / Warehouse AssociateLocation - Fairbanks, AKFull-time Shift: Two shifts available8 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Fridayor 5 AM - 4:30 PM M-FPay $22 per hour DOE plus overtimeSummary: Warehouse Associate position spends most of the day using a forklift to offload product, and organize the outside yard to be loading on the outgoing trucks.Key Responsibilities:Load and unload vehicles such as trucks, vans, flat bed trucks, box trucks or tractor-trailers.Mark incoming freight appropriately.Move freight around yard and warehouse using a forklift or other moving equipment.Complete freight paperwork accurately and timely.Ensure that freight is loaded, unloaded, palatalized and marked appropriately.Assist customers as necessary.Consistently follow all safety procedures and attend safety meetings.Requirements:Certificates/Licenses: Forklift Certification preferred but not requiredPhysical and Mental Demands:Must be able to push or pull heavy loads (up to 200 pounds)Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 poundsMust be able to operate all equipment in a warehouse which may include grasping, climbing, bending, handling, reaching, hand dexterity, feeling/touching and repetitive motions of the hands and feetAbility to walk or stand for long periods of timeComfortable working outdoors for the majority of the day.Drug Screen and Background Check required.