Marine Forklift Driver

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc.; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. is hiring a Marine Forklift Driver in Pompano Beach, FL. You will launch and haul boats to water and storage areas, while ensuring safety and compliance with policies and standards.

The role requires marine forklift experience, OSHA certification, a valid driver’s license, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Weekend/holiday availability is needed; a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating marine industrial vehicles or forklifts.
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance.
• OSHA forklift certification.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying temperatures.
• Weekend and holiday availability.

Responsibilities

• Launches and hauls boats according to the schedule.
• Inspect machinery, perform regular maintenance and determine repair needs.
• Keep updated daily logs and inspection reports.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Maintain a safe, efficient, injury-free working environment.
• Perform Dockhand duties when not driving the forklift.

Skills

Marine forklift operation

Valid driver's license

OSHA forklift certification

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Safe handling in varied temperatures

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Marine Forklift Driver in Pompano Beach, Florida.

What You’ll Do

The Marine Forklift Driver launches and hauls boats to and from the water and storage building. This position moves boats to and from storage building and water while maintaining the highest possible safety standards. Safely operate vessels within the marina and onto and off of the forklifts.

Job Duties

• Launches and hauls boats according to the schedule in a timely manner.
• Inspect machinery, perform regular maintenance (e.g., recharging batteries and lubricating equipment) and determine repair needs.
• Keep updated daily logs and inspection reports.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Ensure a safe, efficient and injury-free working environment.
• Completes the job duties of Dockhand when not driving the Forklift.

Experience & Skills You Need

• High school diploma, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience driving marine industrial vehicles, preferably marine forklifts.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record and current auto insurance.
• Current certification to operate forklifts in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and attention to detail.
• Excellent physical condition and the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and perform tasks that require good hand-eye-foot coordination and sense of balance.
• Ability to assess and judge weights, distances and heights.
• Ability to work in various temperatures according to seasonal weather variations.
• Available to weekends and Holidays.

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.