Forklift Operator (S Western & Reno Ave)

Job Summary

Safely operate propane or electric-powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices, such as fork arms, swivel-hook, fork-grapple, clamps, or trailer hitch, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials in a warehouse environment.

Starting Pay

$16.00 per hour

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401(k)
• All employees are eligible for the RISE program at Goodwill.
• RISE helps employees gain the skills they need for personal and career growth through career guidance, job training, and support for life’s challenges.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts pre-shift safety inspections on all equipment that is operated by the employee.
• Reports all defects to their supervisor immediately and ensures that the equipment is locked and tagged out of service.
• Utilize the powered industrial truck to:
• Load and unload trucks as needed.
• Move materials to and from storage and or to a workstation.
• Stack and unstack materials for storage and product weighing.
• Transfer donations throughout the production and salvage processes.
• Ø Dump trash from the forklift dumpster attachment.
• Use appropriate equipment when moving materials that do not require a powered industrial truck, such as a dolly, pallet jack or a flat cart.
• Meet minimum daily production goals.
• Reviews and is familiar with Goodwill safety policies, programs and operating procedures.
• Adheres to all safety rules, regulations, and attends all applicable safety training sessions.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties and projects as required by management.

Qualifications

• High School degree or GED, preferred.
• Forklift certification experience preferred.
• Must be able to pass forklift certification through Goodwill Central Oklahoma.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license
• Maintain a good driving and safety record.

Core Competencies

• Commitment to our Mission and Live the Values.
• Dependability: punctual, reliable, trustworthy, and consistent in performance and behavior.
• Job Skill Knowledge: skills/knowledge (functional/technical) to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Interpersonal Skills: effectively communicates, interacts, and work with others.
• Customer Focus: meets the expectations of internal and external customers.
• Patience: tolerant with people and processes, listens, seeks to understand, and follows processes.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proper material handling and ability to handle equipment safely and sensibly.
• Good follow through on deliverables.
• Lead by example to ensure all procedures and safety practices are consistently followed.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, twist, push, pull, bend, kneel, reach for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
• Frequent repetitive motions.
• Talking, and good hearing and visual acuity.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to exert 150 – 300 pounds of force.
• Good eye/hand coordination and good motor skills.

Work Conditions/Environment

• Warehouse environment that may contain allergens such as dust and pollens as well as extreme heat and cold.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level is moderate.

Work Schedule

• Works 40 hours per week or more when required.

Note

• This is considered a safety sensitive position. No level of impairment from drugs, alcohol or prescription medications will be acceptable while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Work schedule includes days, holidays, and weekends.