Forklift Driver

equitylifestyleproperties; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) employer match

Paid vacations

Holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Equity Lifestyle Properties in Miami, FL is seeking a Forklift Driver to operate industrial trucks and move materials with safety at the forefront. You will load/unload, stock, inspect equipment and maintain records in a dynamic warehouse setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma, forklift experience, a valid license, OSHA certification, and physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds. The role offers comprehensive benefits and stable employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience driving industrial vehicles, preferably forklifts.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and current auto insurance.
• Current certification to operate forklifts in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and attention to detail.
• Excellent physical condition and the ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to assess and judge weights, distances and heights.
• Ability to work in various temperatures according to seasonal weather variations.

Responsibilities

• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify and report damages, shortages and quality deficiencies as necessary.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Inspect machinery, perform regular maintenance (e.g., recharging batteries and lubricating equipment) and determine repair needs.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Ensure a safe, efficient and injury-free working environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Tools

OSHA forklift certification

Job description

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Forklift Driver in Miami, Florida.

What you'll do:

The Forklift Driver operates and manages industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries. This position moves these items to and from storage facilities, warehouses, machines and vehicles while maintaining the highest possible safety standards.

Job Duties:

• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify and report damages, shortages and quality deficiencies as necessary.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Inspect machinery , perform regular maintenance (e.g., recharging batteries and lubricating equipment) and determine repair needs.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Ensure a safe , efficient and injury-free working environment.

Experience & skills you need:

• High school diploma, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience driving industrial vehicles, preferably forklifts.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and current auto insurance.
• Current certification to operate forklifts in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and attention to detail .
• Excellent physical condition and the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and perform tasks that require good hand-eye-foot coordination and sense of balance.
• Ability to assess and judge weights, distances and heights.
• Ability to work in various temperatures according to seasonal weather variations.

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• medical plans
• dental plans
• vision plans
• a generous 401(k) employer match
• paid vacations
• holidays
• sick time

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.