Dynamic Material Handler - Forklift & Logistics

Elevate Fence Partners; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Voluntary life benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Critical illness and accident coverage

Identity theft protection

Legal aid

Pet insurance

Job summary

Elevate Fence Partners is seeking a motivated team member to transport fencing materials to various job sites, load and unload shipments, and assist installation crews. You will handle materials such as fence panels, posts, gates, and hardware while ensuring safety and efficiency.

We value a high-energy, adaptable mindset and a strong customer focus, with adherence to DOT and safety policies. This role includes yard maintenance, vendor pickups, and collaboration with supervisors and crews.

Qualifications

• Proven high performance results, the right personality for our culture, and the perseverance to make the customer happy no matter how hard it gets.
• Ability to meet safety and DOT requirements and follow procedures.
• Willingness to perform general labor and assist installation crews when needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles to transport fencing materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Load and unload materials from trucks and trailers using appropriate equipment and safe lifting techniques.
• Deliver materials to residential, commercial, and other job sites as assigned.
• Pick up materials and supplies from vendors and other company locations.
• Verify materials and quantities before leaving the yard and upon delivery.
• Secure materials and equipment properly for transportation.
• Assist with loading and staging materials for installation crews.
• Organize and maintain fencing materials in the yard and warehouse.
• Handle materials such as fence panels, posts, gates, PVC, chain link, wood, hardware, concrete, tools, and related supplies.
• Operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or other equipment when trained and authorized.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, yard, truck, and equipment.
• Perform routine vehicle and equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including required PPE.
• Follow applicable DOT requirements when operating a DOT-regulated vehicle.
• Maintain required driver documentation and report any changes that may affect driving eligibility.
• Communicate with supervisors, installers, warehouse personnel, vendors, and customers as needed.
• Assist installation crews with material handling and other general labor duties when needed.
• Support and Build Unified Company Culture.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Performs job functions safely at all times.
• Participates in all safety meetings.

Skills

High energy

Initiative

Adaptable

Customer focus

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Elevate Fence Partners is seeking a motivated team member to transport fencing materials to various job sites, load and unload shipments, and assist installation crews. You will handle materials such as fence panels, posts, gates, and hardware while ensuring safety and efficiency.

We value a high-energy, adaptable mindset and a strong customer focus, with adherence to DOT and safety policies. This role includes yard maintenance, vendor pickups, and collaboration with supervisors and crews.