Operator Forklift

Zachry Group; Terrell (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ZACHRY Group is seeking an experienced Industrial Forklift Operator to support site operations in Terrell, NC. The role requires 2+ years operating RT forklifts (Extended Boom, Lull), adherence to safety protocols, and reliable attendance with overtime as needed.

The successful candidate will inspect equipment, follow safety directions, handle required paperwork, and coordinate with the signaler and crew to ensure efficient, compliant material handling on the project site.

Qualifications

• Must have experience and knowledge of operating RT forklifts (Extended Boom, Lull).
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements.
• Must be reliable and able to work overtime with proper notification.

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

Administrative paperwork

Tools

Raincoat

Rain boots

Job description

• 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.

Job Description

• 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.

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.

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

• Employees 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 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

• Raincoat
• Rain Boots

ZACHRY provides a Safe and Drug-Free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.