Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)

CRH; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is seeking an experienced forklift operator to operate forklift equipment in a safe and supervised environment in Virginia. The role involves reading job specifications, positioning loads, and transporting materials across the site.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to pass an internal certification. Flexibility in schedule and strong attention to safety are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/equivalent; a minimum of two years of related experience in trades specific to job requirements; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to pass an internal certification program
• Ability to move levers, shift gears, depress pedals and maneuver steering wheel to operator equipment
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift as directed and safely per policies
• Position forks and lifting equipment to move pallets, skids, boxes, or materials
• Transport loads to designated areas and unload/stack material
• Perform routine maintenance like recharging batteries, lubrication, fueling, and cleaning

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lifting equipment

Job description

Job ID: 529261

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

Operates forklift as directed and without supervision while adhering to all rules and regulations mandated by safety policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Hydraulic certification preferred
• Read job specifications to determine operator adjustments and material requirements
• Position forks, lifting platform, or another lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials
• Hook tow trucks to trailer hitch, and transport load to designated area
• Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting device
• Inventory materials on work floor and supply workers with materials as needed
• Perform routine maintenance to include recharging batteries, lubricating, fueling, and cleaning
• Weigh materials or products and record weight on tags, labels, or production schedules
• Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

• High school diploma/equivalent; a minimum of two years of related experience in trades specific to job requirements; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to pass an internal certification program
• Ability to move levers, shift gears, depress pedals and maneuver steering wheel to operator equipment
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to stay organized
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work assignments
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.
• Withstand repetitive motion of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job

Compensation

• The hourly pay is $20
• 401 (k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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