Status: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: 40–50 hours per week
Wage: $22-$25 per hour depending on experience
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Forklift Operator/Lumber Picker to join our team. You will be the backbone of our yard operations, ensuring that high-quality lumber and building materials are handled with precision and delivered to our customers safely.
Key Responsibilities
- Precision Loading: Load and unload building materials efficiently while handling awkward or inconsistent loads with expert care.
- Order Picking: Accurately pick orders based on specific lumber grades and requirements.
- Safety & Maintenance: Perform daily equipment inspections, complete required safety logs, and ensure lift trucks receive scheduled servicing.
- Quality Control: Verify load contents for 100% accuracy and ensure all materials are properly secured for transport.
- Site Stewardship: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment for both colleagues and customers.
- Professionalism: Act as an ambassador, maintaining clear communication with supervisors to resolve operational issues quickly.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Must possess a valid Forklift Certification with at least 1 year of experience.
- Current First Aider Level II certificate is required.
- Effective written and oral communication skills for team coordination and documentation.
- Proficiency in basic mathematics and comfort using standard hand tools.
- Proven ability to maintain high energy and focus during long shifts in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.
- Comfortable sitting and driving for extended periods.
- Ability to perform repetitive physical movements, including climbing stairs, pulling, pushing, bending, and torso twisting with weight.
Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
