Equipment Operator

ABM; Ghent (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Depot in Kentucky is seeking a forklift operator to load and unload materials and deliveries, and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks. You will transport material to designated areas, move goods from vehicles, stack pallets in the correct storage bays following inventory control instructions, and perform daily equipment checks.

This entry-level role welcomes newcomers and those returning to work; ABM mentions veteran-friendly hiring practices, encouraging a

Qualifications

• Operate a forklift to load and unload materials and deliveries.
• Transport material or equipment to designated areas in the facility.
• Move goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility.
• Check loads are secure and perform daily equipment checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to load and unload materials from trucks, ships, or trains.
• Move goods to the correct storage bays following inventory control instructions.
• Stack pallets and crates, ensuring orderly storage and accessibility.
• Perform daily forklift checks, including battery charging and safety procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Inventory handling

Tools

RFID scanners

Job description

Operate a forklift to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks into railroad cars or trucks or storage facilities.

Transport material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks or aircraft.

Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility stacking goods in the correct storage bays following inventory control instructions.

Checking loads are secure stacking empty pallets, performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the trucks battery

A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education. ABM is a military and veteran friendly employer, veterans and candidates with military experience encouraged to apply.