Sitdown Forklift

EVERGREEN ENTERPRISES OF VIRGINIA LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

EVERGREEN ENTERPRISES OF VIRGINIA LLC in Richmond, VA is seeking a Forklift Operator for our Warehouse Team. Responsibilities include unloading containers, moving pallets, consolidating space, and supporting outbound shipments, while maintaining a clean and safe work area.

Required are 2+ years forklift or electric pallet jack experience, and Sit Down Forklift or Electric Pallet Jack certifications, with strong teamwork and communication skills to ensure efficient operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Forklift or Electric Pallet Jack Operator in a warehouse.
• Must have Sit Down Forklift or Electric Pallet Jack certification.
• Strong attention to safety and injury prevention.

Responsibilities

• Unload containers and move pallets to racks or staging areas.
• Consolidate pallets to optimize space in the warehouse.
• Receive and distribute products throughout the facility.
• Assist with loading shipments for outboundtrucks.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area; promote safety.
• Perform daily equipment checks (battery recharge, lubrication).
• Follow supervisor instructions and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sit Down Forklift Certification

Electric Pallet Jack Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Richmond, VA 23224We are currently looking for a Forklift Operator to join our Warehouse Team!

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Unload containers and move pallets from receiving floor to assigned locations on the racks; to temporary staging locations; and between warehouse buildings.
• Consolidate pallets to organize warehouse space and increase/improve space utilization.
• Receive and distribute products or packages throughout facility.
• Assist with loading shipments for outbound trucks.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck’s battery and lubricating equipment.
• All other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualification requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ of experience as a Forklift Operator or Electric Pallet Jack Operator in a warehouse environment.
• Must have Sit Down Forklift or Electric Pallet Jack certification.
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others and promote a safe work environment.
• Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records.
• Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner.
• Good communication skills.
• Team oriented thinking.

Physical demands and abilities

• Regularly sitting on a powered industrial truck.
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time.
• Having good eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights.
• Abilityto work in varying temperatures, depending upon season.