Forklift Operator

ACADIAN CONTRACTORS INC•Brownsville, TX

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates an extended-boom/telescopic forklift. The role is responsible for moving equipment and materials without damage, maintaining the forklift in good working condition, reporting maintenance and repair needs, and working efficiently and productively. The operator is ultimately responsible for the safety of personnel involved in lifting activities, the adequacy of lifting gear, preventing damage during lifts, and productivity. If an operator is not certified or trained to operate equipment for which they have been deemed competent, training must be scheduled and the Operations Manager notified. The role includes daily and routine equipment and lifting-gear inspections, completing maintenance reports, reporting damage and incidents, keeping equipment and the cab clean and maintained, and completing and discussing a thorough JSA before each task. The operator may be asked to perform tasks outside equipment operation and is responsible for operating equipment according to its operating manual. A positive attitude toward customers and the company is expected. The operator is expected to embrace and demonstrate Acadian F.I.R.S.T. values, use proactive safety processes, follow HSE and client-site policies, take personal accountability for HSE results, support and coach team members, and accept feedback to improve HSE processes.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience operating an extended-boom forklift/telescopic forklift.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate an extended-boom/telescopic forklift.
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.
Ensure lifting activities are safe for all personnel, lifting gear is adequate, and equipment and materials are not damaged during lifts.
Arrange required training and notify the Operations Manager if the operator is not certified or trained for equipment they have been deemed competent to operate.
Perform daily and routine inspections, including checking machine fluids, keeping the machine fueled and greased, and checking cables, pins, decals, slings, straps, shackles, hooks, and tag lines.
Blow out the air filter two or three times a week and keep chains lubricated.
Complete a daily maintenance report and report all damage and incidents to a supervisor.
Keep the cab clean and free of trash.
Ensure tag lines are on the machine and used on every lift.
Record the correct department name and job number on daily time descriptions.
Complete and discuss a thorough JSA before each task.
Perform tasks outside equipment operation when called upon.
Operate equipment according to its operating manual.
Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and the company.
Follow HSE policies, procedures, best practices, and client-specific site policies; demonstrate proactive safety processes and accountability for HSE results.
Support team members through coaching and mentoring, and accept coaching and feedback to improve HSE processes.