Equipment Operator

Everett Outlet, 2208 W Casino Rd, Everett, Washington, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Title: Equipment Operator

Department: Production

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Code: 51-1011

Reports to: Production Manager

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of different types of PIT (Power Industrial Trucks) equipment such as the forklift and pallet jack. This role transfers and loads donated goods in support of Evergreen Goodwill’s business operations.

$21.65/hour

• Perform pre-and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Goodwill policy to ensure federal and state compliance.
• Safety and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, pallet jack, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
• Report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum 1 year prior equipment operation experience.
• Minimum 1 year working in warehouse type of environment. Basic familiarity with warehouse procedures and operations.
• Prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
• Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.

• Goodwill Forklift certification required: must meet eligibility requirements.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to lift and carry up to 40-50 pounds; have developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers; standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders; able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain). Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.

Maintain reliable attendance.

• Problem Solving
• Internal and external customer service skills
• Prioritization skills

Outdoors and warehouse environment, temperature varies, exposure to dust.

• A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• 100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
• Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
• Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
• Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time
• Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Job Training

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, compensation, benefits, and termination.

This document does not represent a contract of employment, and EGNW reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as EGNW may deem appropriate .