What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler/Forklift Driver position at Bass Pro Shops?
POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for loading finished boats, motors, and trailers on various types of transportation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Prepare the Tracker Boat trailers for loading by placing and assembling steel rails and components in the proper configuration for the type and mix of boats being loaded
- Place boats and motors on the trailers by operating a powered lift truck
- Strap and tie down the boats, motors, and accessories by using various types of strapping and tie down equipment
- Load, tie down, and secure boats, motors and accessories.
- Unload trailers shipped from the trailer manufacturing plant and place in a pre-determined location in the yard by use of a power lift truck
- Ability to drive truck back and forth between the two plants
- Complete all assigned or team duties in a timely manner
- Keep work area clean, safe and hazard free
- All other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Degree Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license - Preferred Class E license
Tools and Equipment:
Forklifts, motor vehicles and yard tractors. Power washer. A variety of hand and power tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and nub drivers. Protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields, etc. (tinted safety glasses are allowed outside).
FUNCTIONAL FACTORS
Heavy lifting & carrying of 60 lbs and over
Straight pulling, pushing, reaching over shoulder, use of fingers & both hands required.
Walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, repeat bending & climbing (use of both legs and arms)
Operation of forklift, truck, tractor, or Ability for rapid mental and muscular Motor vehicles
coordination simultaneously
Depth perception
Both eyes required
Ability to distinguish basic colors
Ability to distinguish shades of color Hearing, aid permitted
Operate hoist
Valid chauffeurs license
Ability to distinguish numbers and written instructions
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Outside and inside
Extreme cold
Extreme heat/humidity
Extreme dampness or chilling
Dust, fumes, smoke
Solvents (degreasing agents)
Grease and oils
Extreme noise, intermittent
Slippery and uneven walking surfaces
Working around machinery with moving Working around moving vehicles or objects
parts
Working on ladders or scaffolding
Self-directed
Work in a team environment
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: N/A
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.