Forklift Operator/Yard Assistant

McGrath RentCorp•Arcade, GA

33d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Certified and trained Forklift Operator/Yard Assistant you will operate a tugger to move and retrieve modular buildings, containers, tanks, and large, heavy equipment in our yard. You will also operate forklifts to stack and retrieve supplies and materials and document location of equipment in the warehouse. You will assist the yard crews as needed with changing tires/axles and other miscellaneous needs in the yard.

Requirements

Ability to work outside in variable weather conditions
Ability to follow spoken and written instruction
Ability to effectively communicate with staff and customers as needed
Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to safely perform all tasks and understand Company's safety policies and procedures
Ability to work overtime as needed
Prior experience in related work required
Valid driver's license required
Possess and maintain current certification in the operations of required forklift and related equipment
Manual dexterity and the ability to maintain physical activity for most of the day
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and hold or lift a variety of objects
Able to carry, bend, stoop, turn, kneel, crawl, climb a ladder and other manual labor activities

Responsibilities

Operate tugger and other equipment to move and retrieve modular buildings, containers, tanks and large, heavy equipment in the yard
Operate forklift to stack and retrieve supplies and materials within the warehouse
Occasionally deliver materials to job sites using company vehicle
Assist yard crew as needed with changing tires and axles on modular buildings
Assisting with inventory accuracy when in the warehouse
Document location of equipment and communicate location to office staff as needed
Ensure equipment is in proper working order and documents inspections of equipment; reports discrepancies
Maintain daily inspection log(s) for equipment and properly report exceptions; ensure equipment receives periodic maintenance
Have knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures for role
Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
Fill and deliver material vouchers to production crews
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

DailyPay Available!! Make any day a payday - You deserve to get paid any day!!
10 days + 2 half days Company Paid Holidays + vacation and sick time!
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit options
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match.
Company paid Life Insurance
We also offer HSA, FSA, EAP and Pet Insurance!
Safety and Recognition programs
Boot Program
Drug-Free, Safety-Focused Work Environment
It's a great place to work where you are given the space to share ideas and opinions and the bottom-line is "YOU" matter!