Forklift Operator at Goodwill Industries of Central Texas

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift Operation, Pallet Jack Operation, Safety Checks, Incident Reporting, Communication, Attention to Detail, Physical Stamina, Teamwork

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Operate heavy machinery in a warehouse setting. Properly load, secure, unload and protect deliveries and donation, raw materials, and manufactured goods. Distinguish between labeled containers to transport to designated areas. Role and Responsibilities * Achieve and maintain current forklift certification. * Operate forklift and pallet jacks within warehouse and dock area when required. * Neatly and accurately complete required paperwork to include manifest, donation count sheets, and truck seals. * Accurately and immediately report incidents and accidents to the supervisor. * Perform operator-level maintenance on assigned equipment to include daily pre and post trip safety checks including but not limited to, fuel, oil, lubricants, water, antifreeze, and condition. * Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibility This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Required Skills & Qualifications * Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. * Must have adequate eyesight, hearing, and hand-eye coordination. * Must be able to follow directions well. * Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Physical Requirements * Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment. * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk or hear. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to airborne particles. What We Offer * Comprehensive Health Coverage: We provide top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure you and your family stay healthy and happy. * Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with our generous PTO policy, which includes vacation days, personal days, and company-wide holidays. * Paid Parental Leave: We understand the importance of family. We offer a generous parental leave policy to support you during this significant life event. * Professional Development Opportunities: We believe in continuous growth! Take advantage of our access to workshops and online courses. * Wellness Programs: Prioritize your well-being with our wellness initiatives, including gym memberships and mental health support. * Employee Recognition Programs: We celebrate our team members’ achievements with recognition awards. * Diverse and Inclusive Culture: Join a workplace that values diversity and inclusion, with regular team-building activities and events that foster a sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Post offer background check is required to ensure applicant meets all eligibility requirements for the assigned customer/location. Alternative work locations may be offered as appropriate.

Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery, loading and unloading goods, and ensuring proper documentation is completed. They must also perform maintenance checks on equipment and report any incidents to the supervisor.