Forklift / Power Equipment Operator – Warehouse

Evergreen Goodwill; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Goodwill is seeking a Forklift / Power Equipment Operator – Warehouse in Seattle to safely operate PIT equipment and transfer donated goods for processing.

The role requires at least 1 year of forklift and warehouse experience, OSHA-site familiarity, and strong time-management and safety focus to support efficient loading, unloading, and day-to-day warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of equipment operation experience.
• Minimum 1 year working in a warehouse environment.
• Experience at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Good time management skills to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Ability to adhere to work schedules and handle challenges as they arise.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment.
• Safely operate forklift, pallet jack, front-end loader and other equipment.
• Monitor waste and equipment condition to minimize downtime.
• Report necessary repairs to supervisor.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Time management

Customer service

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Title: Forklift / Power Equipment Operator – Warehouse

Salary: $21.65

Locations: Seattle Goodwill Outlet & Georgetown Operations Center

About the Position

The Forklift / Power Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of different types of PIT (Power Industrial Trucks) equipment such as the forklift and pallet jack. This role transfers and loads donated goods in support of Evergreen Goodwill’s business operations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Perform pre-and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Goodwill policy to ensure federal and state compliance.
• Safety and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, pallet jack, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
• Report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

(Qualifications for the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 1 year prior equipment operation experience
• Minimum 1 year working in warehouse type of environment. Basic familiarity with warehouse procedures and operations.
• Prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.

Computer/Technology Skills

N/A

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations

• Goodwill Forklift certification required: must meet eligibility requirements

Physical Abilities

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to lift and carry up to 40-50 pounds; have developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers; standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders; able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain).

Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills. Maintain reliable attendance.

Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities

• Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtracting
• Problem Solving
• Internal and external customer service skills
• Prioritization skills

Work Environment

Outdoors and warehouse environment, temperature varies, exposure to dust.