Marine Forklift Driver

Equity LifeStyle Properties; Maryland; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) match

Paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties in Pompano Beach, FL, is seeking a Marine Forklift Driver to load and move boats between water, storage, and marina areas. You will inspect equipment, log activities, and maintain safety standards in a dynamic, outdoor setting.

The role requires experience with marine vehicles, OSHA forklift certification, a valid license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Weekend and holiday work is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience driving marine industrial vehicles, preferably marine forklifts.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record and current auto insurance.
• OSHA forklift certification.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and maintain balance.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Launches and hauls boats to and from water and storage building.
• Inspect machinery, perform maintenance, 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.
• Complete Dockhand duties when not driving the forklift.

Skills

Marine forklift operation

OSHA forklift certification

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Industrial equipment knowledge

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.

Benefits:

• Medical plans
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• A generous 401(k) employer match
• 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.

Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE: ELS) is the leading operator of Manufactured Home Communities, RV Resorts and Campgrounds in North America. Our appealing properties, located in the most desirable regions of the country, offer a variety of homes and camping options to meet a wide range of customers' needs. ELS has a strong national presence with more than 400 communities and resorts in 32 states and British Columbia and a team of more than 4000 employees.