Recycle Forklift Operator

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of forklifts for stacking material, loading trailers, and emptying full containers throughout the facility in an efficient and safe manner.

• Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment to ensure windows, lights, mirrors are clean and the equipment is in proper operating condition.
• Reports to shift supervisor for daily work assignments.
• Responsible for loading trailers safely and efficiently.
• Responsible for organizing material in the warehouse.
• Coordinates with supervisor to empty full containers and trash bins throughout the day in and around the facility.
• Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize downtime.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

• Must complete and pass OSHA’s requirements for forklift certification (powered industrial truck) training as set forth in 29 CFR .
• Good customer service skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co‑workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed efficiently and safely.
• Good follow‑through ability; ability to adhere to the work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules set forth; promotes the company’s safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
• Minimum of 1 year of prior related experience in forklift operation.
• Minimum 1 year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

Benefits:

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.