What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at LPS Equipment & Acquisition Co?
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LPS Equipment and Acquisition Co. Inc. is seeking someone very familiar with operating a Taylor or Hyster Heavy forklifts for ourSawmill Equipment yard located in Henry, TN. These are NOT your typical warehouse forklifts. This opportunity requires a background in loading and unloading of large Sawmill Equipment onto flatbed, step deck, and RGN trailers. Equipment can be 20,000 lbs . Must have experience working in an outdoor equipment yard environment. The Operator must have a strong work ethic, time management skills and ability to work safely.
Essential duties and responsibilities
- Must be an extremely well-organized individual, self-motivated and responsible.
- Ability to safely operate a heavy lift (20,000 lbs ) and relocate, load or unload equipment without damage to lift or equipment.
- Reports any maintenance malfunctions.
- Loading and unloading of trailers, including assistance with securement.
- Ensure yard equipment is kept in good order.
- Diesel Mechanical knowledge a Plus
- Being familiar with sawmill equipment and operation is definitely a Plus
- Advanced Planning (Fore thought) before moving equipment.
Qualification requirements
- Verifiable years of experience
- Ability to lift 50 pounds minimum.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision and with a high degree of accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive thinker
- Strong work ethic.
- Ability to work inside/outside in fluctuating weather conditions.
- Skilled forklift driver, up to 36,000 lb. lift with experience moving oversize machinery.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must have own transportation to and from work
- Being familiar with sawmill equipment and operation is definitely a Plus
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Employer paid Life insurance
- Employer paid Long Term Disability
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Overtime
· Possibly some weekends
Experience:
- Forklift: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
LPS Equipment & Acquisition Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Heavy Forklift: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Henry, TN (Required)
Work Location: In person