1st shift Fork Lift Operator

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for transporting materials utilizing a sit-down forklift. Must adhere to all of Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) and its affiliated entities’ safety policies and wear all required personal protective equipment at all times. This role is part of the Retail Operations Center (ROC) and may involve cross-training to support various departments, including donation processing. The company emphasizes its mission to empower individuals, strengthen families, and build stronger communities through no-cost career development, training, and education services. Core values include Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment. Opportunities for job growth within Goodwill and beyond are available.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Must have at least 6 months or more experience with a sit-down Forklift.
Ability to be trained and take direction.
Ability to speak and read English proficiently.
Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, where applicable for position.

Responsibilities

Safeguards company property, including donated goods. Reports any incidents of theft or misappropriation or unauthorized possession of company property.
Safeguards forklifts. Responsible for clearing debris or material that will damage equipment. Ensures proper load handling and that each machine is in working order to safely operate.
Takes direction from leadership with a positive attitude.
May be cross-trained to provide support to all departments in the Retail Operations Center (ROC), including processing donations.
Responsible for following and ensuring all safety rules are complied with and appropriate safety equipment is used. Immediately takes action and/or reports any unsafe or potential hazards.
Manually transfers donated goods from Gaylord (merchandise container).
Loads and unloads merchandise containers from trailers and straight trucks, ensuring safety at all times.
Operates hydraulic lift and/or pallet jack to move merchandise containers.
Performs pre-shift forklift and tipper machine inspection, to include fluid checks, safety precautions, etc. Follows Lockout/Tagout procedure if equipment is deemed unsafe or inoperable and notifies leadership.
Performs visual inspection of contents and manually removes any breakable materials.
Sweeps and/or dusts daily. Sweeps and mops floors, and washes walls around baling machines, as directed.
Must follow daily product placement plan schematic.
Maintains regular and consistent in-person attendance.
Models Goodwill Core Values – Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.