Forklift Operator — Safe, Fast-Paced Warehouse Pro

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc is seeking a Forklift Operator to manage material movement in a busy Albany facility, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations. You will perform pre-shift checks, load and unload trailers, keep the warehouse clean and organized, and follow all safety regulations while supporting production needs and team goals.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, be 18+, and legally eligible to work in the US; join a safety-driven,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience and basic operator-level maintenance experience.
• Legally eligible to work in the US and at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance checks on the forklift before operation.
• Notify technician in advance when maintenance is needed.
• Operate forklift in a fast-paced environment to move materials safely.
• Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently.
• Keep the warehouse clean and organized and store materials properly.
• Follow all company safety regulations and participate in trainings.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Basic forklift maintenance

Job description

Casella Waste Systems, Inc is seeking a Forklift Operator to manage material movement in a busy Albany facility, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations. You will perform pre-shift checks, load and unload trailers, keep the warehouse clean and organized, and follow all safety regulations while supporting production needs and team goals.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, be 18+, and legally eligible to work in the US; join a safety-driven,