Yard Equipment Operator

Interport Maintenance Co.•Newark, NJ

2d•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Yard Equipment Operator is responsible for moving Interport sales units and other equipment throughout the Sales yard using 7-high/4-high container handlers, forklifts and yard hustlers. The Sales Yard Equipment Operator is also responsible for fueling equipment, inspect containers upon yard entry as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential
Minimum one year’s experience working in a warehouse environment
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
Ability to quickly perform basic math (such as in conducting inventory counts)
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to lift 50 pounds and sit, stand, or walk for extended periods
Ability to obtain OSHA-required Forklift Certification within four months after date of hire
Ability to commute to Interport’s location in Newark NJ, with driving privileges in good standing

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED)
Valid New Jersey driver’s license in good standing with a clean driving history
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working with iPad technology
Willingness to work overtime, including off-hours “call-ins”, some holidays and weekends
Ability to perform basic computer tasks
Prior experience driving a forklift and yard hustler
Customer Service Committed
Positive attitude
Team-oriented
Time management

Responsibilities

Operates 7-high/4-high container handlers, forklifts and yard hustlers
Loads inbound trucks and loads outbound trucks as needed
Feeds containers to the Modifications department as needed
Puts Sales and Modification units away in their proper locations
Assists the Container QC Associate in moving containers for inspection, etc. as needed
Keeps the Sales yard neat, organized, and safe at all times
Re-fuels all equipment
Acts as backup for various other tasks in the Sales yard including container inspection
Completes special projects as required including removal of weeds, trash and debris from yard, office clean-up and various other indoor/outdoor repairs
Uses an iPad or other electronic device to record information in the company’s software
Pre-trips equipment on a daily basis and record information in the company’s software
Remains cross-trained in other areas of the Sales yard
Assists with projects as required