Forklift Operator

Barnhart

Forklift Operator

Memphis, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Description:

    • Able to operate a variety of forklifts and heavy machinery.
    • Willing to learn and efficiently operate hydraulic gantry, hydraulic jacks, and various machinery moving equipment.
    • Controls movements of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
    • Able to load and unload forklifts and other equipment from lowboy, dovetail, and or Landoll trailers.
    • Must be able to perform equipment inspections and general preventative maintenance as needed.
    • Interpret load charts for equipment to ensure the equipment is being used within operating capacities.
    • Able to follow and understand signals or verbal directions from workers engaged in moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
    • Must be willing to assist in other rigging, jacking, skating, lifting, etc. activities as needed above and beyond operating equipment.
    • Must pass drug test, fit for duty test and background check
    • Willing to travel and work overtime as necessary.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Communication Skills
    • Reasoning Ability

    License:

    • Forklift Certification