Forklift Operator I

Capital Lumber Company; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Match Percentage

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Job summary

Capital Lumber Company is seeking a dependable forklift operator for the Tacoma distribution yard. You will load and unload lumber, stage orders, and assist with inventory while following OSHA and company safety rules.

The role requires forklift certification and the ability to read and communicate in English. Expect outdoor work in varying weather with a strong emphasis on accuracy and teamwork to support timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years experience with forklifts or similar equipment.
• Possesses a valid forklift certification.
• Good knowledge of lumber products and handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load, unload, and move lumber and materials.
• Inspect and maintain forklift equipment; report safety concerns.
• Read sales orders and correctly pull, stage, and package products.
• Load products onto trailers; ensure accuracy and safety; assist in inventory checks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety awareness

Reading English

Education

Forklift Certification

Job description

At Capital, we know that a building is only as strong as the materials it’s made of. And we also know that a company is only as strong as the employees who keep it running. Because of this, we value more than just delivering the best products. We value investing in the best people.At Capital, we have over 75 years of success behind us, but we need innovative and dedicated employees to take us into the future. When you join the Capital team, you’re empowered to succeed, encouraged to grow, and rewarded for your hard work.If you are interested in joining the Tacoma Operations Team, please apply below. Salary Range: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour DOE.Position Summary: Operates a forklift to lift, load, or move material. Inspects and maintains forklift equipment as needed.Key Competencies:• Building Collaborative Relationships• Innovation / Creativity• Adaptability• Developing Self & OthersPrincipal Accountabilities& Deliverables:• Reads hand written or system generated sales order to determine product• Notes all special instructions for filling an order• Accurately pulls delivery orders and stages for loading as directed• Accurately pulls delivery orders and packages as directed• Loads product on trailers for delivery• Unloads product from incoming rail cars or trailers checking manifest• Notes all discrepancies and reviews these with Supervisor• Safely, accurately, courteously loads product on customer’s truck/trailer• Notifies Supervisor of any request to load a potential unsafe vehicle• Notifies Supervisor of any request to overload a vehicle• Operates forklift safely at all times following all safety rules and regulations• Performs daily inspections of forklift(s) as required by OSHA and Capital Lumber Company standards• Notifies Supervisory of any necessary equipment maintenance/repair or safety concerns• Bands lumber product for storage or shipping• Assists in moving of inventory for storage within the yard area as directed• Properly stores inventory – level and covered as necessary• Assists in inventory and/or cycle counts as directed• May operate saw equipment intermittently• Assist in keeping all lanes and areas clean and clear for traffic• Perform other work related duties as assigned by your supervisor and be flexible and adaptable to changes that will occur during the course of employmentKnowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesEducation / Experience and Skills1 to 4 years previous experience with forklifts and other machineryHas Forklift CertificationGood knowledge of lumber productsAbility to model the Capital values and to provide innovative solutionsAbility to deliver high quality, detailed error free work on a consistent basisAbility to read, write, speak and understand English to the extent required to receive and communicate information as necessary to the position.AbilitiesMust be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 poundsMust be able stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 5% or less of the workdayMust be able to sit and walk or otherwise move around for prolonged periods of time throughout the workday.Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes, and moving mechanical parts and vibrations. Work is performed outdoors, and employee is exposed to variety of extreme weather conditions at the distribution warehouse. The noise level in the work environment and warehouse can be loud.Our Benefits:We are in the people business, we just happen to sell lumber... so you can have GREAT BENEFITS!Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation, Volunteer Time Off)9 Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceTeleDocBest DoctorsCompany Paid Life and Disability InsurancePet Insurance401(k) Plan with Match PercentageEmployee Assistance ProgramHearing ServicesTuition ReimbursementSmart DollarWellness Program through Vitality with program completion incentive towards medical premium