All Terrain Forklift Operator

United Concrete; Durham (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation & sick time

Company paid holidays

Medical/Dental Insurance

Matching 401K 10%

Reimbursement & referral programs

Job summary

United Concrete is seeking an experienced Heavy Forklift Operator to support daily operations at our Durham, CT facility. This outdoor, hands-on role requires operating high-capacity forklifts (36,000–55,000 lbs), loading and unloading trucks, and managing yard inventory with a spotter.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of forklift experience, a valid certification, and the ability to perform physical labor up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of forklift operation experience with capacity 36,000 lbs or greater.
• Valid forklift operator certification required.
• Proven experience loading/unloading commercial trucks.
• Knowledge of load charts, weight distribution, and rigging practices.
• Ability to perform physical labor up to 50 lbs.
• Drug test and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-capacity forklifts (36,000–55,000 lbs) at facility and in yard.
• Load and unload flatbed trucks and other delivery vehicles.
• Transport, stack, and organize materials in yard storage areas.
• Work with an assigned spotter during lifts and movements.
• Assist with general labor tasks in the shop when forklift duties are not required.
• Perform pre-operation inspections and document findings.
• Maintain safe storage of materials according to weight limits.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Communicate with supervisors and drivers to ensure smooth workflow.
• Assist with inventory tracking and material counts as needed.

Skills

Heavy forklift ops

Load/unload trucks

Safety awareness

Job description

Position Summary:

United Concrete Products is hiring an experienced Heavy Forklift Operator to support daily operations at our facility. This is a hands-on, outdoor role that requires operating high-capacity forklifts ranging from 36,000 to 55,000 lbs. You will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, managing yard inventory, and assisting with general labor in the shop as needed. A dedicated spotter will be assigned to assist during lifting and transport operations.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday:6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Saturday:6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (as needed)

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate heavy-capacity forklifts(36,000-55,000 lbs) throughout the facility and yard

• Load and unload flatbed trucks and other delivery vehicles

• Transport, stack, and organize materials in yard storage areas

• Work in coordination with an assigned spotter during all major lifts and movements

• Assist with general labor tasks in the shop when forklift duties are not required

• Perform daily pre-operation equipment inspections and document findings

• Monitor forklift performance and report any mechanical issues to maintenance

• Ensure all materials are stored safely and in accordance with weight capacity limits

• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment

• Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and standard operating procedures

• Communicate with supervisors, truck drivers, and yard personnel to ensure smooth workflow

• Assist within inventory tracking and material counts as needed

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating forklifts with a capacity of 36,000 lbs or greater

• Valid forklift operator certification

• Proven experience loading and unloading commercial trucks

• Working knowledge of load charts, weight distribution, and safe rigging practices

• Experience in a precast concrete, construction materials, or heavy industrial setting is preferred

• Ability to perform physical labor including lifting, bending, and carrying up to 50 lbs

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions year-round

• Strong situational awareness and commitment to safety at all times

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

• Basic understanding of hand signals and two-way radio communication

• Must pass a drug test and background check

• Paid Vacation & Sick Time

• Company Paid Holidays

• Medical/Dental Insurance

• Matching 401K 10%

• Reimbursement & Referral Programs