Forklift/Heavy Equipment Operator (2nd-Shift)

Vls-Environmental-Solutions; Brent (AL); Sur place; USD 19 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Time off – company holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Telemedicine

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Financial planning

Résumé du poste

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is seeking a Forklift/Heavy Equipment Operator (2nd-Shift) in Brent, Alabama. The role involves processing materials in a shredding facility and operating forklifts and other heavy machinery, with a strong emphasis on health and safety and adherence to all rules and regulations.

The position requires 1–3 years of shipping, receiving and warehouse experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work in a dusty environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of shipping, receiving and warehouse experience.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Basic math, reading comprehension and writing skills.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment doing repetitive motions in any weather.
• Ability to work independently or as a team.
• Dependable.
• Rotating shifts.

Responsabilités

• Unload and load wastes in conformance to company rules and regulations.
• Offloads and Check-in inbound waste streams.
• Load, unload, and sample solid waste safely in accordance with Company, federal, state, and local regulations/rules.
• Check for inconsistencies with manifested types and quantities with actual containers received in accordance with Company rules and regulations.
• Operate heavy machinery in confined areas.
• Operate a fork truck with attachments.
• Must perform daily PM and inspections on operating equipment.
• Perform basic operator maintenance.
• Perform basic spill cleanup and housekeeping duties as directed.
• Responsible for keeping work areas, walls, pit drain, and floor in a clean and safe condition.
• Position handles materials and will often require the use of PPE: Boots, Gloves, Eye/Ear Protection, and Reflective clothing.
• Shovels, sweeps, and cleans the area in which they are assigned periodically throughout the day.
• Identify and report safety hazards.
• Complete required Monthly Safety Training Courses.
• Other duties as requested.steers, switcher trucks and wheel loaders. This position is ro

Connaissances

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Formation

High School Diploma/GED

Outils

Forklift

Description du poste

Forklift/Heavy Equipment Operator (2nd-Shift)

#26-1846

Brent, Alabama, United States

Work Location Type

Onsite

About VLS!

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.

VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.

Railcar Services

VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.

Marine Services

VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.

Job Summary

Summary:

This position is responsible for processing various materials in a shredding facility. This includes the use of other powered industrial equipment such as forklifts, excavators, skid Ensures Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for the unloading and loading of wastes in conformance to company rules and regulations.
• Offloads and Check-in inbound waste streams.
• Load, unload, and sample solid waste safely in accordance with Company, federal, state, and local regulations/rules.
• Check for inconsistencies with manifested types and quantities with actual containers received in accordance with Company rules and regulations.
• Operate heavy machinery in confined areas.
• Operate a fork truck with attachments.
• Must perform daily PM and inspections on operating equipment.
• Perform basic operator maintenance.
• Perform basic spill cleanup and housekeeping duties as directed.
• Responsible for keeping work areas, walls, pit drain, and floor in a clean and safe condition.
• Position handles materials and will often require the use of PPE: Boots, Gloves, Eye/Ear Protection, and Reflective clothing.
• Shovels, sweeps, and cleans the area in which they are assigned periodically throughout the day.
• Identify and report safety hazards.
• Complete required Monthly Safety Training Courses.
• Other duties as requested.steers, switcher trucks and wheel loaders. This position is ro

Requirements:

1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience.

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid Driver's License
• The ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Basic math, reading comprehension and writing skills.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment doing repetitive motions in any weather.
• Ability to work independently or as a team.
• Dependable.
• Must be able to pass a Pulmonary Function test and respirator fit test.
• Rotating shifts.

What's in it for you!

At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.

Physical and Mental Wellbeing: VLS is committed to supporting our employees' physical and mental health by providing:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) -- Set aside pre-tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.
• Time Off - We offer 11 (eleven) company-paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
• Employee Assistance Program -- 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.
• Telemedicine -- All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day...including holidays!

Financial and Retirement Planning: At VLS we offer the following to assist our employees with planning around their finances and saving for retirement:

• 401(k) - Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.
• Life and Disability Insurance -- Employer-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage provided to all full-time employees.
• Voluntary Life Protection Plans -- Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.
• Rewards and Recognition Programs -- We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.
• Financial Planning - Free One on One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
• Employee Discount - Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.