Craft - Operator, Forklift

RES • Hereford, TX

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About The Position

The Craft – Operator, Forklift safely and efficiently performs general operator duties according to skill level at the project site. The role involves operating light and heavy equipment, inspecting equipment and loads, completing daily pre-inspection reports, evaluating work across various terrain, and maintaining equipment and an orderly job site. Crane Operators also calculate crane capacities and weights for rigging and hoisting.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, attendance, compliance with company policies, and following job- and task-specific procedures and training. It requires domestic travel of 76–100%. A per diem of $95 daily is provided to cover lodging, meals, and travel during rotation.

The work environment includes occasional crouching, kneeling, pinching, sitting, and stooping; frequent carrying, pulling, pushing, lifting 31–50 pounds, climbing, grasping, gripping, handling, reaching, standing, and walking; and constant reading, hearing, vision, and repetitive motions. Workers may occasionally be exposed to extreme cold and wet conditions and are frequently exposed to extreme heat, humidity, noise, hazards, and vibration. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of experience with backhoe, loader, roller, and road truck.
• Ability to travel domestically 76–100%.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with industry standards and applicable rules and regulations.
• Communication and listening skills; ability to comprehend and follow directions and convey barriers to work.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions accurately and build relationships.
• Time-management skills, including meeting work goals and deadlines.
• Accuracy when working with hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment, roads, foundations, site grading, and equipment maintenance.
• Functional competencies in attention to detail, communication, leading by example, accountability, and ethics and integrity.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including frequent lifting of 31–50 pounds and the other listed physical activities.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience with blade, excavator, and dozer.
• At least 1 year of experience with crane and trencher.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and operating procedures for heavy and light equipment.
• Operate light and heavy equipment, including backhoes, loaders, rock trucks, blades, excavators, dozers, digger derricks, and cranes.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing loads, perform pre-operation checks, and monitor equipment while operating.
• Report daily pre-inspection results, equipment hours and fuel usage, deficiencies, and maintenance needs.
• Perform work on various types of terrain and evaluate requirements for assigned work.
• Demonstrate and promote a safety- and quality-oriented attitude.
• For crane operators, calculate crane capacities and weights for rigging and hoisting.
• Keep the job site and materials organized and efficient.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor maintenance and repairs on mobile and stationary equipment, including tightening, cleaning, and greasing.
• Notify management of equipment malfunctions.
• Clean the interior cab of equipment daily.
• Follow safety and security procedures and take appropriate action.
• Report potentially unsafe conditions and use materials and equipment properly.
• Ensure safety is the most important function, follow safe practices, reinforce safe behaviors, and eliminate at-risk behaviors.
• Ensure Job Hazard Analyses occur before scopes of work commence.
• Understand and adhere to standard operating procedures and receive job- and task-specific training before work begins.
• Follow technical, quality, and safety systems and determine appropriate action.
• Attend work regularly and punctually as scheduled or expected.
• Comply with the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• $95 daily per diem to cover lodging, meals, and travel during rotation.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective the first day of employment.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Basic Life and Voluntary Life insurance.
• Short Term Disability.
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness coverage.
• 401(k) plan with 6% company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Wellness programs.
• Wellness reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED