Forklift Operator & Material Handler II (Training Provided)

City of Lincoln; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is seeking a Material Handler/Sort Associate to safely receive and transfer donated goods using a forklift, and to assist leadership as needed.

Responsibilities include sorting items, moving loads, loading trailers, disposing of waste per procedures, and maintaining clean work areas while delivering excellent service to internal and external customers. Evening/weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, will consider a combination of education and work experience.
• 1 year experience in a related field required.
• Forklift certification within 30 days of starting; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Sort donated goods into the proper container for transfer to designated areas.
• Safely and efficiently use material handling equipment, including the Forklift, to transport donated goods to the appropriate area and load trailers and containers when required.
• Follow established procedures for the safe disposal of waste adhering to all recycling procedures.
• Maintain good housekeeping of assigned areas inside and outside of the facility.
• Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external customers.
• May be required to fill in for other department positions when needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

1 year experience in a related field

Forklift certification within 30 days

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia is seeking a Material Handler/Sort Associate to safely receive and transfer donated goods using a forklift, and to assist leadership as needed.

Responsibilities include sorting items, moving loads, loading trailers, disposing of waste per procedures, and maintaining clean work areas while delivering excellent service to internal and external customers. Evening/weekend shifts may be required.