FORKLIFT OPERATOR

ABM US•Normal, IL

9d•$20 - $21

About The Position

ABM is hiring a Forklift Driver to perform waste-processing and material-handling duties. The role includes receiving and processing incoming waste materials, filling orders from the processing line, loading trailers, and organizing, cutting, and baling cardboard and trash. The operator uses equipment such as forklifts, tuggers, compactors, and balers; handles recycling and various waste streams; maintains clean work and storage areas; and supports inventory, paperwork, and pickup scheduling. The position is described as suitable for someone entering or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. ABM provides training, and military veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

One year of similar work experience.
Must be a certified forklift operator, as stated under Essential Functions.
Ability to lift 25, 50, and 75 pounds, with assistance as needed.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and safely.

Nice To Haves

Forklift operation certification is listed as a plus in Preferred Qualifications; training will be provided.
Military veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply. Listed Military Occupational Specialty codes: 88M, 91X, LS, SK, 3531, 3052, and 2T1X1.

Responsibilities

Work safely and follow all safety procedures and protocols.
Ensure contracted services meet quality expectations.
Assist the manager with supplies and equipment needed to meet customer requirements.
Work independently and as a team member.
Attend ABM training workshops when scheduled.
Comply with company policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Follow direction from ABM supervisors and management.
Operate equipment as needed, including forklifts, tuggers, compactors, and balers.
Assist with management of general trash, cardboard recycling, wood pallet waste, manifested waste, and miscellaneous waste.
Collect full yellow and blue bag trash hoppers, haul them to the processing area, empty them into the proper compactor, and use outside roll-offs for trash disposal.
Collect full cardboard hoppers, haul them to processing, and load cardboard into the baler.
Operate the cardboard baler when ready, help track inventory and schedule pickups, load the cardboard trailer, and collect paperwork as needed.
Pick up pallets and wood waste, load trailers as needed, and assist with inventory tracking.
Collect and properly handle manifested wastes, including hazardous, non-hazardous, and universal waste and used oil; assist with moving, storing, labeling, and loading waste.
Assist the supervisor with donation items and shipments.
Keep recycling loading and processing areas clean and maintained inside and outside as needed.
Maintain housekeeping and cleanliness in the waste storage area.
Assist with inventory management and logbooks.
Distribute containers in response to departmental requests.
Perform other assigned duties or tasks.