Seasonal Power Equipment Operator, Portland - Full Time

Macy's • Portland, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Power Equipment Operator is part of the warehouse team, operating powered industrial trucks and other equipment to move merchandise safely and efficiently through furniture, bedding, and fulfillment warehouses. The role uses equipment such as stock pickers and reach trucks to pick, pull, put away, stack, and count merchandise, including work in narrow aisles and at heights up to 40 feet. Operators also enter information using computers and handheld devices and learn area-specific warehouse and proprietary systems.

The position requires safe equipment operation, reporting equipment failures and safety or environmental issues, and collaborating with colleagues. Team members are expected to support an inclusive, customer-focused workplace, follow work and safety procedures, maintain their work area and equipment, and be dependable and punctual. The role involves physically demanding warehouse work, including lifting items up to 75 pounds and standing or walking for extended periods. Flexible availability is required, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Flexible availability to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Comfort working at heights on power equipment, raising self, equipment, and merchandise up to 40 feet.
• Proficiency with computers and handheld technology.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Ability to read and understand employment policies and safety rules and procedures in English.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, up to 12 hours excluding breaks.
• Ability to lift, move repetitively, 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 and equipment, including stock pickers and reach trucks, to move merchandise safely and efficiently.
• Navigate narrow aisles and work at heights up to 40 feet to pick, pull, put away, stack, and count merchandise.
• Use computers, handheld computers, radio frequency equipment, and similar devices to enter data and operate warehouse and proprietary systems.
• Work safely at heights while using a harness and report equipment failures, damage, accidents, and environmental issues affecting safety promptly.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and People Leaders.
• Follow employment policies, safety rules, procedures, and dress code; attend start-ups and stay informed about daily goals.
• Handle and pack merchandise with care, speed, and accuracy while supporting customer priorities.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, return equipment to its proper place, and replenish supplies at the end of the shift.
• Offer help and support to colleagues and contribute to a respectful, welcoming, and inclusive workplace.
• Remain open to cross-training in other facility areas based on business needs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive 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

What This Job Offers

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