Fork Lift Operator

Caravan Facilities Management • Smyrna, TN

7h

About The Position

The Tug/Fork Truck Operator is responsible for safely operating forklifts and tuggers and handling recyclable and nonhazardous materials throughout the plant. Duties include separating scrap metal, wood, car parts, and other recyclables; baling plastic and cardboard; disposing of trash in compactors; loading trucks; and picking up items throughout the plant. The operator completes prior-use checklists and trailer inspections, and reports any damage found. The role reports to the Janitorial Supervisor and is classified as non-exempt.

The position requires the ability to read safety rules and equipment instructions, write routine reports and correspondence, and communicate effectively. Work takes place in a loud environment with exposure to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, heights, fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, and extreme outdoor temperatures. The employee must be able to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, sitting, handling materials, climbing, bending, and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Day and night shifts are listed, and availability Monday through Sunday is required.

Requirements

• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Less than a high school education, up to one month of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and use common-sense reasoning to address problems in standardized situations.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be available Monday through Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Operate forklifts and tugs safely.
• Complete prior-use checklists.
• Separate metal scrap, wood pallets, and gondolas.
• Deliver scrap metal and nonhazardous material to appropriate destinations.
• Transport barrels, gaylords, and tire bands throughout the plant.
• Complete trailer inspections before loading and report any damage found.
• Bale plastic and cardboard, dispose of trash in compactors, and load wood, tire, and plastic trucks.
• Pick up items throughout the plant.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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