Production Operator/Forklift Operator

Shift: 6AM - 2PM and 1PM - 9PM (alternating shifts every week) Monday - Friday

Pay: $19 per hour

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates a variety of equipment in a production environment, such as loaders, dozers, excavators, forklifts, trucks, tub grinders, balers, skid-loader, conveyor lines, mowers and screening equipment.
• Staff assigned to recycling services sites will also operate specialized equipment, including shredders, raspers, granulators, air filtration equipment, baggers and compactors.
• Assures all equipment fluid levels are in proper working condition and that all safety devices are in the equipment prior to operation.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair equipment on a daily basis including cleaning, greasing and fueling.
• Performs routine manual labor tasks such as grounds and facility maintenance, loading and delivering supplies and materials, and cleaning.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED, plus 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must be able to pass a standard physical exam.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must use hands and arms to handle equipment.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to service equipment.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Work Environment:

This position may require work in outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.