Forklift Operator (w/ Telehandler Experience)

About the role

Helix Electric has a need for a dynamic Forklift Operator. The successful candidate will be supporting a production driven team. Helix Electric, Inc. is one of the most successful open-shop electrical contracting companies in the nation. Helix Electric has expertise with projects in virtually every field of electrical construction - design/build services, industrial, commercial, mixed use/multi-family developments as well as government, institutional, communications and utilities projects. Helix Electric possesses world-class technical experts who maintain vital, long-term relationships and a high level of credibility with general contractors, utility, and power user customers we serve. We have a strong reputation and extensive network of customer relationships and have consistently provided new, cutting-edge product innovations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift in a safe and orderly manner
• Receive and store incoming items according to site/warehouse standards
• Maintain a safe and orderly storage arrangement for all items handled
• Maintain cleanliness in assigned area (e.g. yard and warehouse)
• Load route trucks promptly and safely
• Sort and store partial cases of products returned from projects
• Maintain records of safety daily check list before using equipment
• Meet performance/productivity standards
• Regular, reliable, predictable attendance

Requirements

Job requires working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year, heat, cold, rain, snow. Wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves at all times), respirator when required. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, including crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, able to routinely lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds and pushing and pulling of objects is required. Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Pay

The starting hourly base pay for this role is between USD $20.00 and $25.00 per hour/annually. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Benefits

Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Competitive wages
• 100% Employer paid Medical & Dental with Vision options available
• Life and