Power Equipment Operator, Tomball - Full Time
About The Position
As a Power Equipment Operator, you are part of the behind-the-scenes team that keeps merchandise moving so customers receive what they need. You will operate powered industrial trucks and other equipment in furniture, bedding, and fulfillment warehouses to move merchandise safely and efficiently throughout the building. The role involves working in narrow aisles and at heights of up to 40 feet, using equipment such as stock pickers and reach trucks. You will also use computers and handheld technology to enter data and work across warehouse and proprietary systems. The position requires collaboration, effective communication, and adherence to safety procedures and employment policies. Colleagues are expected to contribute to a welcoming and respectful workplace, support teammates, prioritize careful and accurate merchandise handling, and keep work areas and equipment orderly. The role may involve cross-training in other facility areas, depending on business needs. Full-time colleagues are typically scheduled for 30 or more hours per week; actual hours depend on business needs and colleague availability.
Requirements
- Comfort working at heights while operating power equipment up to 40 feet in the air.
- Proficiency using computers and handheld technology.
- Ability to understand and communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
- Ability to read and understand employment policies and safety rules and procedures in English.
- Flexible availability, dependable attendance, and punctuality.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and switch between multiple tasks.
- Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, up to 12 hours excluding breaks.
- Ability to perform repetitive movement, reach above eye level, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders.
- Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
- Ability to use, hear, and see safety and emergency alarms and Power Industrial Truck warning devices.
Nice To Haves
- Previous power equipment experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Operate powered industrial trucks, including stock pickers and reach trucks, to pick, pull, put away, stack, and count merchandise safely and efficiently.
- Navigate narrow warehouse aisles and operate equipment at heights up to 40 feet, using a harness where required.
- Accurately enter data using PCs, handheld computers, radio frequency equipment, or similar devices, and use warehouse and proprietary systems.
- Promptly report equipment failures, damage, accidents, and environmental issues that affect safety.
- Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and People Leaders.
- Follow workplace dress code and safety procedures; attend start-ups, prepare the work area, and stay informed about daily goals.
- Handle merchandise carefully and accurately, and pack customer orders thoughtfully and neatly.
- Support colleagues, welcome new teammates, and contribute to an inclusive, respectful workplace.
- Tidy the workstation, return equipment to its proper place, replenish supplies, and recognize coworkers who contributed to the workday.
- Maintain dependable attendance and punctuality and be available for shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health and wellness coverage
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Eight paid holidays
- Continuous learning and leadership development
- Colleague Resource Groups
- Volunteer opportunities
- Merchandise discounts
- Performance-based incentives
- Annual merit review
- Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling and legal and financial advice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
