Terrain Forklift Operator

Position Summary:

United Concrete Products is hiring an experienced Heavy Forklift Operator to support daily operations at our facility. This is a hands-on, outdoor role that requires operating high-capacity forklifts ranging from
36,000 to 55,000 lbs
. You will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, managing yard inventory, and assisting with general labor in the shop as needed. A dedicated
spotter
will be assigned to assist during lifting and transport operations.

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday:6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Saturday:6:00 AM – 12:00 PM (as needed)

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate heavy-capacity forklifts(36,000–55,000 lbs)throughout the facility and yard
• Load and unload
  flatbed trucks and other delivery vehicles
• Transport, stack, and organize materials in
  yard storage
  areas
• Work in coordination with an assigned
  spotter
  during all major lifts and movements
• Assist with
  general labor tasks in the shop
  when forklift duties are not required
• Perform
  daily pre-operation equipment inspections
  and document findings
• Monitor forklift performance and
  report any mechanical issues
  to maintenance
• Ensure all materials are stored safely and in accordance with
  weight capacity limits
• Maintain a
  clean, organized, and hazard-free
  work environment
• Follow all
  OSHA regulations
  , company safety policies, and standard operating procedures
• Communicate with supervisors, truck drivers, and yard personnel to ensure smooth workflow
• Assist with
  inventory tracking
  and material counts as needed

• Minimum3 years of experience
  operating forklifts with a capacity of 36,000 lbs or greater
• Valid
  forklift operator certification
• Proven experience
  loading and unloading commercial trucks
• Working knowledge of
  load charts, weight distribution, and safe rigging practices
• Experience in a
  precast concrete, construction materials, or heavy industrial setting
  is preferred
• Ability to perform
  physical labor
  including lifting, bending, and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working
  outdoors in all weather conditions
  year-round
• Strong
  situational awareness
  and commitment to safety at all times
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Basic understanding of
  hand signals and two-way radio communication
• Must pass a
  drug test and background check

• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Company Paid Holidays
• Medical/Dental Insurance
• Matching 401K 10%
• Reimbursement & Referral Programs