Warehouse Forklift Operator

CleanHarbors • San Jose, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is seeking a Forklift Operator in San Jose, California. This hands-on role involves loading and unloading trucks and safely moving equipment and materials between inbound and outbound docks to help improve turnaround time. The operator moves and stages materials, tracks inventory and shipments, and maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area. The position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and may involve operating vehicles within the yard.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with availability to work weekends if needed. Listed shifts are 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, 10:00 AM–9:30 PM, and third shift. The pay rate is $21–$25 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar forklift or industrial warehouse environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience operating Microsoft Office.
• Attention to detail, ability to count and read, and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate and work with a team.
• Frequent lifting or carrying of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent sitting, walking, bending, climbing, and use of hands and feet for vehicle operation.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work weekends if needed.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift throughout the facility to load, unload, and move barrels, freight, and materials.
• Inspect barrels, freight, and materials for damage during loading and unloading.
• Use an RF scanner to scan and track materials.
• Enter and update inventory and shipment information in Excel and WMS.
• Safely load and unload trailers and trucks.
• Move and stage materials in the correct storage areas.
• Follow safety procedures when handling materials and working around trucks and other equipment.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Operate cars and small and large trucks with automatic and manual transmissions within the yard.
• Support movement of vehicles required for real-time dock scheduling.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Group 401(k) with company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off.
• Company-paid training.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED