Forklift Operator — Safe, Hands-On Warehouse Tech

Goodwill Industries International, Inc.; Frederick, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,279,000 - 51,577,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Dental Plans

Vision Plan

401K Plans (Traditional and Roth)

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off - Sick and Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Goodwill of Monocacy Valley is hiring for a position operating baling and forklift equipment in Frederick, MD. The role involves loading/unloading, material handling, and adherence to safety policies. Must be 18+, with forklift certification or ability to obtain it, and pass background/drug checks.

Starting pay is $16.50 per hour with benefits including medical plans, HRA, 401K options, life insurance, EAP, PTO, holidays, and more. Equal opportunity employer serving the community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Must possess a Forklift Certification Certificate or be able to pass our Forklift Certification class.
• Ability to be trained and take direction.
• Ability to speak and read English proficiently.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, where applicable for position.

Responsibilities

• Safeguards company property, including donated goods.
• Reports incidents of theft or misappropriation or unauthorized possession of company property.
• Safeguards equipment including forklifts and bale machines.
• Responsible for clearing debris or material that will damage equipment.
• Ensures proper load handling and that each machine is in working order.
• May be cross-trained to provide support to all departments in the Retail Operations Center (ROC).
• Follow safety rules and wear required PPE at all times.
• Operates baling machine to compress goods into bales.
• Loads/unloads merchandise containers safely.
• Performs pre-shift forklift and tipper inspections.

Skills

Forklift operation safety

Ability to follow directions

English proficiency (read/write)

Education

High School Diploma / GED

18+ years of age

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Goodwill of Monocacy Valley is hiring for a position operating baling and forklift equipment in Frederick, MD. The role involves loading/unloading, material handling, and adherence to safety policies. Must be 18+, with forklift certification or ability to obtain it, and pass background/drug checks.

Starting pay is $16.50 per hour with benefits including medical plans, HRA, 401K options, life insurance, EAP, PTO, holidays, and more. Equal opportunity employer serving the community.