Sit Forklift Driver

A forklift driver (or forklift operator) manages industrial vehicles to move, load, unload, and stack materials in warehouses, factories, construction sites, and shipping yards.

• Material Handling: Operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, pallet jacks, and cherry-pickers to transport goods.
• Loading and Unloading: Load and unload pallets, raw materials, or finished products from trailers, trucks, and shipping containers.
• Inventory & Tracking: Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against manifests, use RF scanners, and log inventory movements.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections (brakes, steering, hydraulics, tires) and report mechanical issues.
• Safety Compliance: Follow OSHA guidelines, secure loads properly, and maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace.

• Certification: Valid forklift operator certification/license (OSHA-compliant).
• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is typically preferred.
• Experience: Prior warehouse, manufacturing, or logistics experience (often 1–3 years).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stand for long shifts, and maintain strong hand-eye coordination.
• Skills: Spatial awareness, basic math, attention to detail, and clear communication.