Forklift Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC; Quartzsite (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA

11 company-paid holidays

Paid time off

EAP

Telemedicine

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Discount

Job summary

VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC is seeking a Warehouse/Operations Assistant to unload and load materials, perform QA/QC on inbound deliveries, and maintain site safety and cleanliness. You will operate heavy equipment and a forklift, conduct basic maintenance, and follow all regulatory and company rules.

The role requires 1–3 years of shipping/receiving experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to lift 51 lbs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience.
• The ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment.
• Lift 51 lbs. without assistance.
• Basic math, reading comprehension, speaking, and writing skills.
• Manages time effectively.
• Ability to work in dusty environment doing repetitive motions in any weather.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load material in conformance to company rules and regulations.
• Offloads and checks inbound material using a standardized QA/QC process.
• Load, unload, and sample solid and liquid material safely per regulations.
• Check for inconsistencies with manifested types and quantities.
• Perform chemical compatibility checks to prevent reactions.
• Operate heavy machinery and powered industrial equipment.
• Perform daily PM and inspections on operating equipment.
• Operate a forklift with attachments.
• Perform basic operator maintenance such as greasing/cleaning.
• Identify and report safety hazards.
• Keep PPE inventory and restock as needed.
• Other duties assigned by Management.

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment operation

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

About VLS!

Waste Services

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.

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.

Waste Services

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

Role Summary

Operators are responsible for receiving deliveries of various materials, performing QA/QC of incoming deliveries, maintaining site safety, site cleanliness, and processing material in a solidification pit. This includes the use of heavy equipment such as loaders/excavators, powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and powered/non-powered tools.

Job Duties

• Responsible for the unloading and loading of material in conformance to company rules and regulations.
• Offloads and checks in all inbound material using a standardized QA/QC process.
• Load, unload, and sample solid and liquid material 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.
• Perform chemical compatibility checks to prevent reactions and other issues.
• Operate heavy machinery and powered industrial equipment.
• Perform daily PM and inspections on operating equipment.
• Operate a forklift with attachments.
• Perform basic operator maintenance such as greasing/cleaning.
• Handle materials that often require the use of PPE: Boots, Gloves, Suits, Eye/Ear Protection, and Respirator.
• 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.
• Shovels, sweeps, and washes the area in which they are assigned periodically throughout the day.
• Identify and report safety hazards.
• Keeps an inventory of PPE and supplies in the stock room and notifies management when restocking is needed.
• Other duties assigned as needed by Management.
  

Requirements

• 1-3 years of shipping receiving and warehouse experience.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• The ability to operate a forklift and other heavy equipment.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment and also independently sometimes.
• Lift 51 lbs. without assistance.
• Basic math, reading comprehension, speaking, and writing skills.
• Manages time effectively.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment doing repetitive motions in any weather.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Must be able to pass a Pulmonary Function test and respirator fit test.
  

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.