Forklift Operator

Republic Services • Beacon, NY

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the forklift for the purpose of stacking material, loading of trailers, and emptying full containers throughout the facility in an efficient and safe manner. Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry, providing customers with a complete set of products and services including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste, and field services. The company is committed to advancing circularity and supporting decarbonization to create a more sustainable world. In 2023, Republic's total company revenue was $14.9 billion, with adjusted EBITDA of $4.4 billion. They serve 13 million customers and operate over 1,000 locations across North America, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills. Republic Services combines local operational management with standardized business practices to drive operating efficiencies while maintaining local decision-making. The company's 41,000 team members are guided by values: Safe, Committed to Serve, Environmentally Responsible, Driven, and Human-Centered. They boast a high employee engagement score of 86 and an inclusive culture. In 2023, their charitable foundation positively impacted 4.6 million people through community grants focused on building sustainable neighborhoods.

Requirements

• Must complete and pass OSHA's requirements for forklift certification (powered industrial truck) training as set forth in 29 CFR 1910.178.
• Minimum of 1 year of prior related experience in forklift operation.
• Minimum 1 year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.

Nice To Haves

• Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• 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.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors are clean, and equipment is in proper operating condition.
• Reports to shift supervisor for daily work assignments.
• Responsible for loading of trailers safely and efficiently.
• Responsible for organizing material in the warehouse.
• Coordinates with supervisor to empty full containers and trash bins throughout the day in and around the facility.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees