Forklift Operator

Lithia & Driveway•Reno, NV

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Airstream Adventures is hiring a Forklift Operator in Reno, Nevada. The role safely moves travel trailers within the dealership, including between technician bays, intake, and storage, and assists guests with hooking and unhooking trailers as needed. The operator must complete forklift certification through AANW and maintain it throughout employment. The position also involves completing daily forklift checklists, inspecting units and reporting damage, maintaining tools and equipment, communicating with team members by radio, and following all forklift safety guidelines, including using a spotter when moving units. The employee may cross-train to perform other duties and is expected to uphold the dealership’s quality and service standards. The role offers flexible scheduling, with part-time or full-time shifts available. Department hours are Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pay is $20.00–$25.00. A high school graduate or equivalent and age 18 or older are required. The employer is a drug-free workplace and provides reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Requirements

At least 2 years of forklift driving experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
At least 18 years of age.
Strong attention to detail.
Sense of urgency and time-management skills.
Critical thinking skills, including using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Experience communicating with a variety of people.
Acceptable driving record.
Valid driver's license in the state of residence.

Responsibilities

Become certified to operate a forklift through AANW and maintain certification throughout employment.
Complete the daily forklift checklist.
Safely move trailers inside and outside of technician bays to help achieve production standards.
Use walkie-talkies or radios regularly to communicate with other team members.
Safely move trailers from intake to the storage area.
Arrange and move trailers in constrained and tight areas.
Follow forklift safety guidelines, including using a spotter when moving units.
Maintain the dealership’s standards of quality and service.
Thoroughly inspect units and immediately report damage to the Manager.
Assist guests with hooking and unhooking trailers as needed.
Maintain the proper function of tools and equipment and report broken or malfunctioning equipment to the Manager.
Cross-train to perform other duties as needed.