Rough Terrain Forklift Operator

Place of Work: Various jobsites around TN

Position Status: 40 or more hrs/week

Basic Job Description: Safely and efficiently load, transport and unload various masonry materials around equipment yard and job sites, which is often rough terrain.

Duties:

• Safely operate rough terrain type forklift depending on the requirements of the jobsite.
• Operate the equipment per its operating manual and within its limitations.
• Adhere to company safety policies.
• Heavy lifting, endurance, hand eye coordination and the ability concentrate on their tasks.
• Monitor gauges and record information as needed
• Know the type of product, the source, and all the handling procedures involved in each processing procedure.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the jobsite.
• Maintain general housekeeping of production areas.
• Ensure all paperwork is done correctly and completely.
• Operate pallet jack and forklift.
• Perform elementary mechanical and carpentry repairs throughout jobsite as instructed by supervision.
• Demonstrate good judgement in safeguarding customer, company, vendor and employee information.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments and peers.

Qualifications:

• Must have Rough Terrain Forklift Operator Experience – Current Qualification Card preferred

• Must be able to climb onto and off the forklift numerous times during the shift, visually monitor the modules for needed repair.
• Must be able operate forklift on rough terrain safely outside in noisy, wet surfaces, mechanical hazards, moving objects.
• Preferred proof of completing a forklift operating class (operator’s card) and demonstration of skills are required.
• Excellent communicator with co-workers and ensuring each other’s safety.

Additional Information:

Adequate transportation is required to get to job sites and equipment yard. Workers must complete a drug test, e-verify, and a possible background check.