What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Front Street Refrigerated Services?
The Suffolk Avenue Warehouse is a 135,000 square foot storage facility that offers a number of distribution and logistics solutions including cross-dock, parcel shipments, online fulfillment, pallet breakdown, and the repacking of commodities.
Forklift Operator at our facilities work to efficiently and safely transport, track, store, load and unload cargo within a global supply chain. As a member of our team you will be tasked with operating various types of power industrial equipment, used in conjunction with an array of technologies, to quickly and accurately handle freight according to company and governmental standards.
Minimum Requirements
This position is in a warehouse facility and involves exposure to widely varying temperature ranges, as well as to all environmental weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.). Additionally, extended periods of walking and/or standing are required.
Union Benefits:
This position is represented by a union, which may offer a comprehensive benefits package to its members. As part of the collective bargaining agreement, eligible employees receive:
Forklift Operator at our facilities work to efficiently and safely transport, track, store, load and unload cargo within a global supply chain. As a member of our team you will be tasked with operating various types of power industrial equipment, used in conjunction with an array of technologies, to quickly and accurately handle freight according to company and governmental standards.
Minimum Requirements
- 18 years of age or above
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to work a fluctuating, non-traditional schedule (night and/or weekend hours may be required)
- Reliable transportation
- Strong work ethic and the ability to follow instructions within a team environment
- Experience operating Power Industrial Equipment (forklift, etc) is strongly recommended
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Experience handling container cargo (i.e. jockey truck, yard truck, top pick, etc.)
This position is in a warehouse facility and involves exposure to widely varying temperature ranges, as well as to all environmental weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, etc.). Additionally, extended periods of walking and/or standing are required.
Union Benefits:
This position is represented by a union, which may offer a comprehensive benefits package to its members. As part of the collective bargaining agreement, eligible employees receive:
- Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided through the union plan
- Retirement Benefits – Pension and/or retirement savings plans administered by the union
- Paid Time Off – Vacation, holidays, and sick leave as outlined in the union agreement
- Job Security and Support – Representation and support in workplace matters
- Rate of pay is union determined