Forklift/Heavy Equipment Operator (2nd-Shift)

VLS Environmental Solutions•Brent, AL

About The Position

This position processes various materials at a shredding facility using powered industrial equipment, including forklifts and other heavy machinery. The operator is responsible for safely loading, unloading, checking in, and sampling waste in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations. The role also includes equipment inspections and basic maintenance, housekeeping, spill cleanup, and reporting safety hazards. Work may involve dusty conditions, repetitive motions, varying weather, and required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

1–3 years of shipping, receiving, and warehouse experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment.
Ability to work well with others.
Ability to lift 51 pounds unassisted.
Basic math, reading comprehension, and writing skills.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to work in a dusty environment, perform repetitive motions, and work in any weather.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Dependability.
Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test and respirator fit test.

Responsibilities

Unload and load waste in accordance with company rules and regulations.
Offload and check in inbound waste streams.
Load, unload, and sample solid waste safely in accordance with company, federal, state, and local regulations and rules.
Check for inconsistencies between manifested waste types and quantities and the actual containers received.
Operate heavy machinery in confined areas.
Operate a forklift with attachments and other powered industrial equipment, including excavators, skid steers, switcher trucks, and wheel loaders.
Perform daily preventive maintenance and inspections on operating equipment.
Perform basic operator maintenance.
Perform basic spill cleanup and housekeeping duties as directed.
Keep work areas, walls, pit drains, and floors clean and safe.
Use required personal protective equipment, including boots, gloves, eye and ear protection, and reflective clothing.
Shovel, sweep, and clean assigned areas periodically throughout the day.
Identify and report safety hazards.
Complete required monthly safety training courses.
Perform other duties as requested.