Operator Forklift

Zachry Group • Terrell, NC

3h

About The Position

The Operator Forklift operates industrial and rough-terrain forklifts, including extended-boom and Lull equipment. The role includes inspecting equipment, addressing safety considerations, following a signaler’s directions when applicable, and assessing work areas for safety issues and required processes before equipment operations. The operator is expected to complete equipment inspection paperwork and follow instructions and safety regulations. Work may include overtime with proper notification. The position requires use of specified tools and personal protective equipment and may involve working at heights and in all weather conditions.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as an industrial forklift operator, including extended-boom and Lull forklifts.
• Experience and knowledge operating various rough-terrain forklifts.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and the ability to inspect equipment.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with soil types.
• Knowledge of excavation and the specifications required for a given excavation.
• Ability to follow instructions correctly.
• Reliability, accountability, and consistency in performing administrative processes such as equipment inspection paperwork.
• Willingness and ability to follow all instructed safety regulations.
• Ability to arrive at work on time and work the designated schedule and overtime as needed with proper notification.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Must have all required tools and reliable transportation.
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license and meet a motor vehicle records check.

Nice To Haves

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment.
• Take responsibility for safety aspects of operating the equipment.
• Follow signal directions from a signaler during equipment operations when applicable.
• Access and assess areas of operation for safety issues and required processes when planning equipment operations.
• Complete administrative processes, including equipment inspection paperwork.
• Follow instructions and all instructed safety regulations.
• Work the designated schedule and overtime as needed with proper notification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed