Forklift Operator - Clearance

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator transports materials using a sit-down forklift and follows Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) and affiliated entities’ safety policies, including wearing required personal protective equipment. The role safeguards company property and equipment, handles donated goods and merchandise containers, performs equipment inspections, and maintains cleanliness in assigned areas. The operator may also be cross-trained to support other Retail Operations Center departments, including donation processing. The listed starting pay is $16.50 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
At least 6 months of experience operating a sit-down forklift.
Ability to be trained and take direction.
Ability to speak and read English proficiently.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, where applicable.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

Responsibilities

Safeguard company property, including donated goods, and report incidents of theft, misappropriation, or unauthorized possession.
Safeguard forklifts, clear debris or material that could damage equipment, handle loads properly, and ensure machinery is in working order before safe operation.
Take direction from leadership with a positive attitude.
May be cross-trained to support Retail Operations Center departments, including processing donations.
Follow safety rules, use appropriate safety equipment, and immediately address or report unsafe conditions and potential hazards.
Manually transfer donated goods from Gaylords (merchandise containers).
Load and unload merchandise containers from trailers and straight trucks safely.
Operate hydraulic lifts and/or pallet jacks to move merchandise containers.
Perform pre-shift forklift and tipper machine inspections, including fluid checks and safety precautions; follow Lockout/Tagout procedures for unsafe or inoperable equipment and notify leadership.
Visually inspect merchandise contents and manually remove breakable materials.
Sweep and/or dust daily; sweep and mop floors and wash walls around baling machines as directed.
Follow the daily product placement plan schematic.
Model Goodwill Core Values: Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Three medical plans, available beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), available beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Three dental plans, available beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Vision plan, available beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans, available beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Employer-paid life insurance, available beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available beginning the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Paid time off, including sick and vacation time.
Paid holidays.
No-cost career development, training, and education services.