Forklift Driver Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or two (2) years equivalent work experience
• Able to understand and communicate safety and work instructions
• Warehouse/yard experience with considerable physical exertion
• Able to perform duties in all weather conditions
• Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills
• Extensive forklift experience (Building materials industry is a plus!)
• More than five (5) years of related experience
• In-depth knowledge of: Building materials products, Warehouse operations, BMD products/operations
• Able to understand and apply mathematical calculations
• Demonstrated accuracy in checking, posting, counting, addition, subtraction, fractions, and linear measurement
• Demonstrate commitment to: Safety, Quality, Environmental awareness, Continuous process improvement

Nice To Haves

• Technical certification or associate degree may be required
• Building materials industry forklift experience

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy duty diesel forklift 95% of shift
• Ensure forklift crew executes tasks safely and precisely
• Receive, store, build, and ship loads
• Ensure load matches order before vehicle exits yard
• Provide customer service as necessary
• Apply broad knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations
• Maintain alertness and adaptability to warehouse routines
• Understand and apply fundamental math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Maintain organized work area
• Follow safety programs and ensure OSHA compliance

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings
• Annual Incentives
• Paid Time Off (20 days/year) & Paid Holidays (10 days/year)
• Paid Parental Leave