Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Waste Connections is searching for our next All-Star Forklift Operator to join us at our West Van Materials Recovery Center (6601 NW Old Lower River Rd, Vancouver, WA 98660).

Starting rate of pay is $29.00/HR

Schedule is Tuesday-Saturday

Shift is 10 AM- 6:30 PM (or until close/last truck out). Overtime often.

Safety Sensitive: YES

Qualified candidates must have Forklift operating experience.

Requires ability to efficiently & safely operate Forklift.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate forklift or other equipment as needed.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
• Completes daily reports on pre and post trip inspections of equipment.
• Yard and facility maintenance including debris and clean up.
• Spotting Trucks.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Specific duties can change on the daily basis as operation needs change.
• Working outside in all weather conditions.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
• Ability to perform a physically demanding job at times with no helpers.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules that are set forth promotes the company's safety standards; work with a sense of honesty, integrity and trustworthiness.
• Ability to adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise
• Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of computer skills.
• Pre-employment requirements for this safety sensitive position include drug panel screening & criminal background check.

What We Offer:

• Yearly Safety Bonuses
• Yearly Boot Allowance
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time off
• 401k Program
• Year Round Full Time Stable Work

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.