Forklift Operator

Acadian Contractors•Brownsville, TX

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates an extended-boom/telescopic forklift and is responsible for moving equipment and materials without damage, maintaining the forklift, and working productively throughout the workday. The role is ultimately accountable for the safety of personnel involved in lifting activities, the adequacy of lifting gear, preventing damage during lifts, and maintaining productivity. When an operator lacks certification or training for heavy equipment they have been deemed competent to operate, training must be scheduled and the Operations Manager notified. The operator performs daily and routine equipment, lifting-gear, and housekeeping inspections; reports required maintenance, repairs, damage, and incidents; completes maintenance reports and time descriptions; and conducts and discusses a thorough JSA before each task. The operator may also be asked to perform tasks outside equipment operation. A positive attitude toward customers and the company is expected. The position includes health, safety, and environmental responsibilities: demonstrating Acadian F.I.R.S.T. core values; applying proactive safety processes; following company and client HSE policies and procedures; taking accountability for HSE results; supporting teammates through coaching and mentoring; and accepting feedback to improve HSE processes.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience operating an extended-boom forklift/telescopic forklift.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate an extended-boom/telescopic forklift in accordance with the equipment operating manual.
Move equipment and materials without causing damage and work efficiently and productively throughout the workday.
Maintain the forklift in good working condition and notify the Yard Superintendent or Project Manager when maintenance or repairs are required.
Take responsibility for personnel safety during lifting activities, the adequacy of lifting gear, and preventing damage during lifts.
Schedule required training and notify the Operations Manager when an operator is not certified or trained for equipment they have been deemed competent to operate.
Perform daily and routine inspections, including checking machine fluids and fuel, greasing the machine, inspecting slings and straps and their tags, checking shackles and pins, lubricating chains, checking hooks for safety latches, inspecting drum cables and crane pins, and checking equipment decals.
Keep the cab clean and free of trash.
Keep taglines on the machine and ensure they are used on every lift.
Complete a maintenance report every day and report all damage and incidents to a supervisor.
Record the correct department name and job number in daily time descriptions.
Complete and discuss a thorough JSA before each task.
Perform tasks outside equipment operation when called upon.
Demonstrate a positive attitude toward customers and the company.
Demonstrate Acadian F.I.R.S.T. values and implement proactive safety processes, including JSA, Time Out, and TEAM BBS Observations.
Follow HSE Management System policies, procedures, best practices, and client-specific site policies.
Be accountable for HSE results, support team members through coaching and mentoring, and accept coaching and feedback to improve HSE processes.