Mobile Equipment - Forklift Operator

SA RecyclingEast Point, GA
Onsite

About The Position

The Mobile Equipment - Forklift operator’s main goal is to move material where we need it. Mobile equipment - forklift operators load and unload scrap metal from flatbed trucks. This is an outdoor, all-weather position.

Requirements

  • Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
  • Must pass a background check and credit check.
  • Ability to communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands.
  • All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable.
  • Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus.
  • Previous experience operating a Forklift a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Unload and load flatbed trucks hauling scrap metal.
  • Inspect and determine metal grade for inventory tracking.
  • Perform daily operation and safety inspection.
  • Communicates with office and truck drivers to determine commodities to load.
  • Moves scrap metal boxes around the yard.
  • Works with customers to satisfy their needs and assist them when problems arise.
  • Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Move sensitive cargo i.e. propane tanks, from the storage area to the torch area.
  • Perform normal daily operation maintenance refueling, lubrication, cooling system cleaning, and housekeeping.
  • Clean up work area at the end of shift.
  • Keep work areas neat and orderly.
  • Organizing materials to have more effective use of space.
  • Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner.
  • Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed.
  • Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Eligible for Safety and Performance Bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care
  • 401k with a Company Match
  • Growth opportunities and promotions from within
  • Weekly Pay
  • Referral Incentives
  • Company provided uniforms and PPE
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