General Labor - Forklift Operator

Job PostingJob DutiesIncluding, but not limited to:Unloading pallets, boxes, and bundlesMaterial handling / sorting – pushing, pulling, picking, lifting, carrying, and filling up hoppers, boxes, and conveyor beltsUnpacking boxes using box cutters, separating plastics, zip ties, blister packs, and other packaging materialsDisassembling small equipment, cutting wires, torqueing pipefittings, removing bolts, automobile parts, and appliance partsWork with recycling equipment for processing metal product e.g. metal shears, band saw and wire strippersDirect traffic of yard vehicles traveling through yardLight facility maintenance – painting, scraping, moving furniture and equipmentMaintenance – selecting and using tools properly, pulling and installing parts for machinery, working with other employees to assist machinery repairHousekeeping – sweeping, cleaning, shoveling, and debris collectionModerate and periodic landscaping workClean up work area at the end of shiftKeep work areas neat and orderlyRegular attendance and punctuality are essential job functionsOrganizing materials to have more effective use of spaceDispose of various waste materials in the appropriate mannerInspection to ensure cleanup is completedEffective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team membersQualificationsEmployees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.Must pass a medical physical and drug testMust pass a background checkPreferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptableBi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plusAbility to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demandsWillingness to learn how to: sort metal, identify colors, shapes, and weights; properly maintain equipment; properly utilize PPEJob ExpectationsComply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.Physical RequirementsWork Environment: Scrap metal yard, outdoorEquipment & Tools: Yard equipment, hand tools, and PPE.Physical Demand Level: Moderate to heavyWork Capacity: Laborer Work CapacitySensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and tasteHand Movements: Repetitive motions, grippingEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.