Yard Worker/Forklift Operator

Builders FirstSource; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Builders FirstSource in Fairbanks, AK is hiring a Yard Worker/Forklift Operator to move product, assist customers, and maintain yard safety. The role requires standing outdoors, operating a forklift, lifting up to 80 pounds, and following safety procedures. A GED and OSHA forklift certification are required.

Work is in an outdoor yard setting with varying weather conditions; you will need physical endurance and attention to safety. This position offers full-time hours and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or a comparable education.
• OSHA forklift certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates forklift to move product and materials within the yard.
• Assists customers with locating and loading product.
• Reviews materials against invoices or requisitions and routes paperwork.
• Stocks inventory and ensures proper placement of goods.
• Maintains yard cleanliness and safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Forklift operation

Inventory stocking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA Forklift Certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Yard Worker/Forklift Operator

Fairbanks, AK

Performs a variety of yard activities including operating a forklift to move product and material throughout the yard. Provides customer service to customers.

• Assists customers in the location and loading of product.
• Reviews materials loaded against invoice or requisition; completes and routes paperwork appropriately.
• Moves product/material throughout the yard ensuring placement in correct areas.
• Ensures product/material is well stocked of inventory at all times.
• Performs routine cleanup of yard.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and six months’ experience with performing these or similar tasks; or equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Requires OSHA Forklift Certification

Work Environment / Physical Activity:

• Work is performed primarily in an outdoor yard environment, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• Must be able to physically operate forklift equipment (climb up and down into cab, twist torso for 360-degree visibility, use arms to operate controls.