Forklift Driver

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc.•Cortez, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

ELS is hiring for the position of Forklift Driver in Cortez, Florida. The Forklift Driver operates and manages forklift trucks to load and unload boats to various locations at the marina. This position moves these items to and from storage facilities, water, work racks and trailers while maintaining the highest possible safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience driving industrial vehicles, preferably forklifts.
Valid driver’s license, good driving record and current auto insurance.
Current certification to operate forklifts in accordance with OSHA standards.
Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and attention to detail.
Excellent physical condition and the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and perform tasks that require good hand-eye-foot coordination and sense of balance.
Ability to assess and judge weights, distances and heights.
Ability to work in various temperatures according to seasonal weather variations.

Responsibilities

Operate and manage forklift trucks to load and unload boats to various locations at the marina.
Move items to and from storage facilities, water, work racks and trailers.
Maintain the highest possible safety standards.
Locate and move boats to water, trailer and rack space as directed in Speedy Dock.
Perform new boat inspections- including length, height, beam and condition of boat for each new boat that arrives at the property.
Maintain radio contact with dock and office staff to ensure smooth operations.
Utilize Speedy Dock for each boat move.
Stay current on launches and retrievals per driver.
Identify and report damages, shortages and/or deficiencies as necessary.
Aid Dock Staff in maintaining a clean, well-kept marina, fueling boats, collecting boats from basin as needed.
Assist and greet clients.
Inspect fork trucks and marina machinery, perform regular maintenance (e.g., recharging batteries and lubricating equipment) and determine repair needs.
Keep updated daily records of fork truck inspections.
Be responsible for walkie talkie and tablets- collect each morning, put on charger each night.
Train dockhand staff in dockside procedures and protocols.
Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Ensure a safe, efficient and injury-free working environment.