Operator II, Equipment - Operations

Logistec; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Logistec in Houston, TX seeks a Heavy Forklift Operator to run a 30K forklift, loading and unloading cargo in terminals, docks, and trailers. The role requires safe handling of steel products and at least six months of forklift experience, plus a valid driver's license.

You must hold a TWIC card, be able to work nights, holidays, and weekends, and communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers to maintain safe, efficient operations in a busy port/terminal environment.

Qualifications

• At least six (6) months of previous experience operating heavy equipment.
• Valid license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
• Active TWIC Card is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a <=30K forklift with safety and efficiency in the terminal and dock.
• Handle cargo such as boxes, pallets, pipes, rebar and containers.
• Ensure proper startup/shutdown and three-point contact when entering/exiting the forklift.
• Follow safety policies and stop-work authority, and notify supervisor of issues.

Skills

Forklift operation

TWIC Card

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Team communication

Six months exp

Education

None

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

The heavy forklift operator position operates a 30K forklift machine for all operations. Required to be proficient in the safe handling and transfer of general cargo; 20’ pipe, 20’ rebar and other steel products and containers in the terminal, vessels, on and off trailers, in and out of vans, railcars and containers.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency operating <=30K forklift with at least 6 months experience that includes:

  Safe and efficient handling of boxes, crates, pallets, skids, super sacks, trays, rebar, and smaller length pipe (loose or bundled).
  Operating with diverse attachments to handle different commodities.
  Operating machine in the terminal and/or on the dock.
  Proper mounting/dismounting of machine while maintaining three points of contact.
  Proper startup and shutdown of forklift (seatbelt, neutral when starting/stopping, lowers forklift blades to ground and sets brake when parking).
  Proper use of controls (clutch, inching, tilt, lift, attachments, steering).
  Proper stacking of load (approaches load squarely, stacks straight and squarely, and to safe height, deposits load safely, does not move until forks are level and lowered).
  Proper loading /unloading a trailer or van/railcar/container/other (checks the dock plate, condition of the floor/deck, trailer chocks, jack stands, and brakes if applicable, and maneuvers safely in tight quarters).
  Ensures truck drive is outside of cab and visible to operator before loading or unloading
  Checks equipment in accordance to forklift checklist procedures to ensure it is properly maintained and is safe to operate.
  Communicates any issues with machine to supervisor or maintenance
  Follows proper procedures for an “unattended” machine.
  Ensures machine is operated within safe working load limits at all times
  Follows all company safety requirements/policies.
  Understands and complies with Company “Stop Work Authority” policy
  M maintains awareness of all surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, traffic, debris or obstructions, etc.) at all times.
  Reviews all shipments upon arrival and inform supervisor immediately of anydamages to cargo.
  Ensures that cargo is loaded in appropriate container and/or trailer for shipment.
  Performs additional related duties as assigned which may or may not include operating a forklift.

Qualifications

• At least six (6) months of previous experience operating materials handling heavy equipment.
• A valid license with acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with Supervisors and co-workers
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, extended hours, nights, holidays, and/or weekends as needed.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
• An active TWIC Card.