Forklift Operator (Transportation)

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com•San Diego, CA

1d•$25 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Drives gasoline or diesel powered industrial truck equipped with forklift blades used to lift, stack, or tier equipment and materials throughout the shipyard. Occasionally lift personnel in basket. Performs other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Requirements

Requires previous experience or training.
Must be able to follow and understand written (in English) and visual instructions.
Good driving skills needed.
Must be able to operate hand and foot controls.
Ability to work any shift required.
Must be able to work on-board ship while under construction.
Ability to hear warning signals, read and comprehend safety instructions, regulations and warnings are required.
Must be able to pass written and hands-on tests instruction to receive required operator's license.
Ability to read and understand material shipping documents is required.

Responsibilities

Uses forklift to push, pull, lift, stack or tier merchandise, equipment, or bulk materials in warehouse, shipyard, or on-board ship.
Drives truck and controls movement of lifting apparatus.
Positions forms or lifting platform under loaded pallets, skids, or boxes.
Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lift forks or lifting platform.
Inspects forklift daily for mechanical and fluid deficiencies.