Standard Sit Down Forklift Driver

Sonepar Canada, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement savings with company

Professional development programs

Opportunity to become a shareholder

Disability insurance

Life insurance for family

Job summary

Capital Electric, part of the Sonepar group, seeks a Pipe Yard Picker in Upper Marlboro, MD, to prepare pipe orders for customer requests in an outdoor yard setting. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and physical capability in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities include picking, banding, and loading pipe, operating a diesel forklift, and maintaining yard organization. Eligible candidates should have forklift experience and be able to work 4PM–1AM, with a 50 lb lifting requirement.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience operating a diesel forklift.
• Able to work 4PM – 1AM Monday - Friday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable working outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Pick and prepare pipe orders accurately and efficiently.
• Band and bundle pipe for secure transport.
• Operate a diesel forklift to move and load materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized yard area.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Outdoor work

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Tools

Diesel forklift

Job description

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A career at Capital Electric is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Capital Electric offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. WithinCapital Electric, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

Capital Electric has a Pipe Yard Picker position available at our Upper Marlboro, MD location. We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Pipe Yard Picker to join our team. This role involves handling and preparing pipe materials for customer orders in an outdoor yard environment. The ideal candidate will be safety-conscious, physically capable, and comfortable working in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities:

• Pick and prepare pipe orders accurately and efficiently.
• Band and bundle pipe for secure transport.
• Operate a diesel forklift to move and load materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized yard area.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

Requirements:

• At least 1 year experience operating a diesel forklift
• Able to work 4PM – 1AM Monday - Friday
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable working outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Hourly Rate: $24

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs
• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email [e-mail] .

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