Forklift Operator
Job Description
Location: Calverton, NY
Company: HW Staffing Solutions
Schedule: 4:00 AM – 4:30 PM (12-hour shifts)
Compensation: $20.00 per hour
Position Type: Possible Temporary-to-Permanent Opportunity
- Operate a sit-down or stand-up forklift, including propane-powered forklifts, to move materials safely and efficiently.
- Load and unload trucks, route trucks, and inter-branch trailers using forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Utilize forklifts to load and unload storage containers from delivery trucks.
- Safely transport and stage materials within the facility and designated storage areas.
- Perform preventative maintenance checks on forklifts prior to operation and report any issues.
- Follow all safe operating procedures while operating forklifts and warehouse equipment.
- Complete required in-house forklift training and forklift evaluation prior to operating equipment.
- Assist with maintaining a clean and safe working environment both inside and outside the facility.
- Attend required forklift safety meetings and adhere to all company safety policies.
- Previous forklift operating experience required.
- Ability to safely operate a sit-down, stand-up, or propane-powered forklift and pallet jack.
- Must successfully complete in-house forklift training and evaluation.
- Strong attention to safety and operational procedures.
- Ability to lift, move, and handle materials as required in a warehouse environment.
- Steel toe boots are required.
Additional Information
Meet Your Recruiter
Schary Belgaumkar
Branch Manager
Accomplished staffing manager with a passion for driving excellence in sourcing, recruiting and placing top talent