What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator (SCW III) position at PODS?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate the forklift to load and unload containers from local delivery and inter-franchise drivers, new container inventory, repositioning and customer access; load trucks for first route & stage IF and access
- Follow AM SOP by printing routes & pulling ancillary when assigned
- Assist Market Manager with routing
- Insure that all full containers staged outside during the day are returned to the warehouse each night
- Maintain PODHUNTER
- Fuel forklift, complete daily forklift inspection reports and maintain those records onsite; notify manager of needed repairs
- Assist with ensuring a safe and clean working environment, inside and out, for assigned facility
- Print and time-stamp all waybills; may scan and upload contracts, addendums and other documents
- When required, repair damaged containers
- Maintain contact with drivers as needed, assisting them with their daily routes
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 4-6 years storage center experience preferred
- Previous forklift experience required
- Ability to obtain Forklift Driver Certification
- Possess basic computer skills i.e. data entry and knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Possess math skills sufficient to perform required duties
- Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to frequently remain in stationary position for operating forklift
- Ability to frequently ascend/descend cab of forklift using three points of contact
- Ability to occasionally move boxes weighting up to 50 lbs
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus; strong sense of spatial relations and negotiate tight spaces.
- Ability to frequently write, use computer, operate forklift, use handheld device and manipulate documents
- Ability to frequently communicate and exchange information with manager, co-workers and customers
