Forklift Operator

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc is seeking a Forklift Operator to manage material movement in a busy Albany facility, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations. You will perform pre-shift checks, load and unload trailers, keep the warehouse clean and organized, and follow all safety regulations while supporting production needs and team goals.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, be 18+, and legally eligible to work in the US; join a safety-driven,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience and basic operator-level maintenance experience.
• Legally eligible to work in the US and at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance checks on the forklift before operation.
• Notify technician in advance when maintenance is needed.
• Operate forklift in a fast-paced environment to move materials safely.
• Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently.
• Keep the warehouse clean and organized and store materials properly.
• Follow all company safety regulations and participate in trainings.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Basic forklift maintenance

Job description

Position Summary

TheForklift Operator operates and manages movement of materials to ensure a clean, organized facility, respects forklift safety criteria and fulfills production needs.

Hiring Range is $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Completes daily maintenance checks of the assigned unit before operation to ensure safe operation of the equipment and that no repairs are needed.
• Notifies technician inadvance when aware that equipment will need maintenance.

• Operates forklift while in a fast-paced environment and maintains a clean and safe facility.
• Loads and unloads trailersin a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensures that thewarehouseis kept clean, orderlyand all materials are properlystored.
• Operates forklifts/pallet jack following all company safety regulations.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience and basic operator level maintenance experience, be legally eligible to work in the US , and be 18 years of age or older. It is required to have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.

Excellent listening, communication and problem solving skills, a dedication to safety, proven commitment to work and a self-directed attitude are expected.

Attributes

Patient, team-oriented individual who is dependable,has the ability to multitask,is able to communicate well,focused on delivering excellent customer service, and is open to personal and professional training and development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.