Forklift Operator

Basalite Building Products, LLC; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Basalite Building Products, LLC is seeking a Yard/Logistics worker to support the yard, delivery, and customer service teams. Under supervision, you will help with loading, unloading, and moving brick, block, and stone, while ensuring safety and quality.

The role emphasizes strong attendance, basic math, and the ability to read orders; forklift certification is required, with on-the-job training provided. This is a full-time, first-shift position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent.
• On-the-job training provided to perform essential duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Written and oral communication skills required to communicate with customers and peers.
• Requires basic math skills.
• Basic Mechanical aptitude and physical dexterity.
• Ability to operate forklift and any other equipment required to perform duties.
• Basalite Forklift Certification must be obtained.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required and work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, checks all fluid levels, and fuels forklift as needed.
• Operates forklift to transport brick, block, stone etc.
• Loads material on trucks.
• Assists customers and communicates with sales counter.
• Fills out paperwork as required.
• Do not load customers unless they have a sales order ticker or hand ticket.
• Double checking loads for other forklift drivers for customers and delivery loads.
• Remove keys, lock doors, and roll up windows for the delivery trucks, and the front-end loader at the end of shift.
• Opening access gates at the beginning of your shift and closing them at the end of the business day.
• Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required and work overtime when needed.

Skills

Basic math skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Reading & communication

Attendance

Education

High School education or equivalent

Tools

Basalite Forklift Certification

Job description

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

Salary Range: $18 - $22 DOE

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Yard/Logistics Supervisor, this position supports the yard, delivery, customer service and assisting in all areas as needed and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

General

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Inspects, maintains, checks all fluid levels, and fuels forklift as needed.
• Operates forklift to transport brick, block, stone etc.
• Loads material on trucks.
• Assists customers and communicates with sales counter.
• Fills out paperwork as required.
• Do not load customers unless they have a sales order ticker or hand ticket.
• Double checking loads for other forklift drivers for customers and delivery loads.
• Remove keys, lock doors, and roll up windows for the delivery trucks, and the front-end loader at the end of shift.
• Opening access gates at the beginning of your shift and closing them at the end of the business day.
• Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required, and work overtime when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. T he requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School education or equivalent.
• On-the-job training required to perform essential duties and responsibilities.
• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Written and oral communication skills required to communicate with customers and peers.
• Requires basic math skills.
• Basic Mechanical aptitude and physical dexterity.
• Ability to operate forklift and any other equipment required to perform duties
• Basalite Forklift Certification must be obtained.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required and work overtime when needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Talk and listen; Stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasionally climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling may be required.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist; Lift and/or move up-to 100 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Plant environment with loud noise, moving machinery, dusty, dirty.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening. Depending on the position, a background check and/or credit check may also be required.