Forklift Operator

Operator - Forklift Truck Jockey

Location: Baton Rouge, LA, US, 70811 Division: Louisiana Work Schedule: M-F (frequent weekends, some holidays); 9am-5:30pm From $44,258 Annually

About us: Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on job training, learning and opportunity for career advancement Excellent Total Value Benefits Package to include: Two weeks paid vacation within first year Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan Dental, vision, flex spending Employee Assistance Program Company paid life insurance ($50,000) Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto) Paid maternity & paternity leave Paid holiday & sick time 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%) Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more) Competitive Compensation Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition ask your Recruiter for details

Job Description The Forklift Operator Truck Jockey is responsible for safely moving product using powered industrial equipment

What your day will look like: Move tractor/trailers to designed dock or parking space Drop and hook trailers as needed Chock trucks using glad hands to prevent trucks from pulling off Operation of powered industrial equipment while following UNITED safety policy Verify all product/full goods/raw materials incoming and outgoing Stacking loads properly Perform general housekeeping duties Perform daily forklift inspections Correctly rotate product/materials Responsible for following all warehouse operating procedures Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

What you need to succeed: Minimum age 18 years old Valid driver's license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED's Fleet policy Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job Ability to read, write and speak English Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 6 to 12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Forklift experience preferred Truck operation experience preferred Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required Ability to work with all functional team members Physical Requirements Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program. Position is required to wear safety toed shoes when performing the following tasks: Operating Powered Industrial Equipment or Working in an Area where Powered Industrial Equipment is in use, Fleet Maintenance, Working with Palletized Product, Use of Hand Trucks/Dollies to Deliver Product, Cooler Services, etc. (X) None = 0% (0 hrs) (L) Limited = 1% (1 hr) (O) Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs) (F) Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs) (R) Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs) (C) Continuously = 76%-100% (7+ hrs) Requirement Frequency Sit R Stand F Walk F Bend F Kneel/Squat F Climb Stairs O Crawling O Overhead Reach F Typing O Vehicle Operation R PPE/Special Clothing C Grasp F Push/Pull F Fine Manipulation O Lift up to 50 lbs R Carry up to 50 lbs R Pushing up to 50 lbs R Pulling up to 50 lbs R Exposure to Water O Exposure to Chemicals O Exposure to Weather O Exposure to Noise F CCBCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Veteran friendly.