Equipment Operator

Evergreen Goodwill•Seattle, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of different types of PIT (Power Industrial Trucks) equipment such as the forklift and pallet jack. This role transfers and loads donated goods in support of Evergreen Goodwill’s business operations.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year prior equipment operation experience
Minimum 1 year working in warehouse type of environment. Basic familiarity with warehouse procedures and operations.
Prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
Goodwill Forklift certification required: must meet eligibility requirements
Lift and carry up to 40-50 pounds
Have developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers)
Standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing
Climbing ladders
Able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain).
Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtracting
Problem Solving
Internal and external customer service skills
Prioritization skills

Responsibilities

Perform pre-and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Goodwill policy to ensure federal and state compliance.
Safety and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, pallet jack, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.
Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
Report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
Demonstrate safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time
Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mentorship Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Paid Job Training