Material Handler/Forklift Driver

Bass Pro Shops•New Bern, NC

About The Position

This position is responsible for loading finished boats, motors, and trailers onto various types of transportation. The role prepares Tracker Boat trailers by placing and assembling steel rails and components in the proper configuration for the boats being loaded, then uses a powered lift truck to place boats and motors on trailers. The handler straps and secures boats, motors, and accessories, unloads trailers arriving from the trailer manufacturing plant and moves them to predetermined yard locations, and drives between two plants. The position also completes assigned or team duties in a timely manner and keeps the work area clean, safe, and hazard-free. Other duties may be assigned. The work involves operating forklifts, motor vehicles, yard tractors, and hoists; using a power washer and a variety of hand and power tools; and wearing protective equipment such as safety glasses. Physical and environmental conditions include heavy lifting, frequent movement and climbing, outdoor and indoor work, exposure to temperature and weather extremes, dust, fumes, solvents, grease, oils, noise, slippery or uneven surfaces, machinery, and moving vehicles or objects. The role includes both self-directed work and teamwork. Travel is not required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license that must be maintained; a Class E license is preferred.
Ability to lift and carry 60 pounds or more.
Ability to pull, push, reach overhead, and use fingers and both hands.
Ability to walk, stand, crawl, kneel, repeatedly bend, and climb using both legs and arms.
Ability to operate a forklift, truck, tractor, or other motor vehicle and coordinate mental and muscular activity rapidly.
Depth perception and use of both eyes.
Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of color, hear (hearing aids permitted), and distinguish numbers and written instructions.
Ability to operate a hoist.
Valid chauffeur’s license is listed among the functional factors.
Ability to work around machinery, moving vehicles or objects, and on ladders or scaffolding.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Class E driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Prepare Tracker Boat trailers for loading by placing and assembling steel rails and components in the correct configuration for the boats being loaded.
Place boats and motors on trailers using a powered lift truck.
Strap, tie down, load, and secure boats, motors, and accessories using appropriate strapping and tie-down equipment.
Unload trailers shipped from the trailer manufacturing plant and move them to predetermined locations in the yard using a power lift truck.
Drive a truck between the two plants.
Complete assigned individual or team duties in a timely manner.
Keep the work area clean, safe, and hazard-free.
Perform other duties as assigned.