Forklift Driver, Lead

Equity LifeStyle Properties; Maryland; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacations

Paid holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties is hiring for a Forklift Driver Lead in Pompano Beach, Florida. You will launch and retrieve vessels from the storage building and water, run daily checklists, and perform routine maintenance on forklifts while upholding safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, prior experience operating industrial vehicles (marine forklifts preferred), a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating industrial vehicles, preferably marine forklifts.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
• Good physical condition and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to assess weights, distances and heights.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Launch and retrieve vessels from storage and water.
• Complete daily forklift checklists and perform routine maintenance.
• Report damages or deficiencies.
• Perform dockhand duties when required.
• Uphold safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Industrial forklift operation

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Balance and coordination

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Industrial equipment knowledge

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, Lead in Pompano Beach, Florida.

What you’ll do:

The Forklift Driver Lead will launch and retrieve vessels from and to the storage building and water. Complete daily checklist and perform routine maintenance on the forklift machines. All the while maintaining the highest possible safety standards.

Job Duties:

• launch and retrieve vessels from and to the storage building and water.
• Identify and report damages and quality deficiencies as necessary.
• Inspect machinery, perform regular maintenance (e.g., recharging batteries and lubricating equipment) and determine repair needs.
• Perform the duties of dockhands when required.
• Complete any and all duties as assigned.
• 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 marine forklifts.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record and current auto insurance.
• 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
• dental
• vision plans
• a generous 401(k) employer match
• paid vacations
• holidays
• sick time

We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

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

Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE: ELS) is the leading operator of Manufactured Home Communities, RV Resorts and Campgrounds in North America. Our appealing properties, located in the most desirable regions of the country, offer a variety of homes and camping options to meet a wide range of customers' needs. ELS has a strong national presence with more than 400 communities and resorts in 32 states and British Columbia and a team of more than 4000 employees.