Forklift Operator - Lukeville, AZ

Sundt Construction•Lukeville, AZ

About The Position

Safely operates heavy construction equipment, including forklifts and potentially backhoes, excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, haul trucks, dump trucks, and water trucks. The operator is responsible for preventative maintenance and conducting a pre-shift walk-around of assigned equipment to ensure safe operation. This is a safety-sensitive role involving equipment operation and maintenance. The job description may change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least three years of industrial or commercial construction experience for Level I, four years for Level II, five years for Level III, or six or more years for the highest experience level.
In-depth understanding of operating various types of heavy construction equipment.
Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, safety standards, and quality standards.
Ability to effectively use trade tools and equipment relevant to the work.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift performing physically demanding work in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on steel or wood framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects, and to reach above shoulder height and below the waist.
Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, or bend, and to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hardhat, and a vest.
Must comply with safety standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

Maintain positive working relationships with all members of the crew.
Produce high-quality work safely and productively.
Provide feedback to help ensure materials, tools, equipment, and information are available for the work.
Identify opportunities to improve tasks, means, and methods, and remain willing to learn from others.
Share knowledge and teach others.
Perform preventative maintenance on related equipment with a high level of proficiency.
Inspect subordinates’ work for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications; explain deficiencies and take necessary corrective action.
Eliminate waste, including waiting, rework, unnecessary transportation, material storage, and wasted time.
Conduct a pre-shift walk-around of assigned equipment to ensure safe operation.
Comply with applicable safety standards and procedures.