Operator Forklift

Zachry Group; Gregory (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking an Industrial Forklift Operator to move, load, and unload materials using RT forklifts. You will be responsible for safety, equipment inspections, and may assist with repairs.

The role may also support other crafts during downtime with non-operating activities. You will inspect equipment, enforce safety protocols, and work in the field to ensure proper operations, following signals and safety procedures as required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as an Industrial Forklift Operator (Extended Boom, Lull).
• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license and meet a motor vehicle records check.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Will inspect equipment.
• Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
• May follow signal directions from a signaler in equipment operations.
• Will access area of operations for safety issues and required processes in the planning of equipment operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Punctuality

Driver's license

Reliability

Tools

Rain Coat

Rain Boots

Job description

Position Summary

Industrial Forklift Operators will operate one or forklifts to move, load and unload materials. They will also be responsible for safety, equipment inspections, and possibly assisting with repairs. The position will be expected to assist other crafts in their down times which may include non-operating activities.

Job Description

Position Summary

Industrial Forklift Operators will operate one or forklifts to move, load and unload materials. They will also be responsible for safety, equipment inspections, and possibly assisting with repairs. The position will be expected to assist other crafts in their down times which may include non-operating activities.

Responsibilities

Qualification Highlights

• Must have 2+ years’ experience as an Industrial Forklift Operator (Extended Boom, Lull).
• Must possess all Knowledge Skills and Abilities for positions (see below).
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• May be required to have a valid driver’s license and meet a motor vehicle records check.
• Must have all required tools.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Qualifications

Position Responsibilities

• Will inspect equipment.
• Will be responsible for all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
• May follow signal directions from a signaler in equipment operations.
• Will access area of operations for safety issues and required processes in the planning of equipment operations.

Required Qualifications

• Must have experience and knowledge of operating varies RT forklifts,
• Must have basic mechanical knowledge and illustrate the abilities to inspect equipment.
• Must have knowledge of and be familiar with soil types.
• Must illustrate knowledge of excavating and the specifications that are required for a given excavation.
• Must be able to follow instructions correctly.
• Must be reliable, accountable, and consistent in performing administrative processes such as but not limited to equipment inspection paperwork.
• Must be willing and able to follow all instructed safety regulations.
• Must be able to make it to work on time and work the designated schedule and any overtime as needed with the proper notification.

Preferred Additional Qualification

• Current Zachry or Zachry ROF’ed employee.
• Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Reporting to

This position does not have any direct reports.

Physical Requirements

• Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting and lifting.
• Will talk and hear to communicate.
• Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
• May be required to pick up, lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
• Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off of platforms/scaffolding using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold and wind) while wearing appropriate PPE.
• Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/spoggles, ear plugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves and leather steel-toed work boots.

Required Tools

Rain Coat

Rain Boots

ZACHRY is dedicated to providing a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.