What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loader/Forklift Operator position at Pick-A-Part Jalopy Jungle?
As we continue to grow we always are looking for great people to join us!
This position will contribute to the production team and help ensure goals are met safely and efficiently while conforming to all company policies. Loader drivers are responsible for safely parking vehicles in the yard for customers to remove parts off of. The operator will also remove vehicles from the yard and relocate them to the crush area for scrap recycling. This position will also have general labor requirements such as breaking down aluminum wheels and tires when caught up in the yard.
Lots of benefits including: Gas for your vehicle, health insurance, bonus plan, consistent overtime, and paid vacation!
Essential Functions:
- Follow company policy and procedures, as to set the example for the rest of the team.
- Safely park fresh vehicle inventory in the yard and remove old vehicle inventory.
- Tire Dismantling: Use the tire machine to separate rubber tires and wheels. Remove weights and stems. Sort tires and prepare rims for shipment.
- Cleaning: Cleaning the vehicle rows of debris before relocating them to the crush car area.
Qualifications:
- Ability to wear and maintain all prescribed PPE and follow basic safety practices.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions including comprehension of basic safety messages and labels (waste oil, gasoline, flammable, etc.).
- Able to work required hours which may include weekends, holidays and OT.
- Ability to work efficiently in a variety of weather conditions – rain, snow, sun, cold – for a full shift.
- Experience in automotive repair or dismantling, preferred but not required.
- Experience with automotive parts and/or retail customers, preferred but not required.
- Experience with tools and machinery, preferred but not required.
Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions:
- Standing, walking, bending, and stretching are required regularly to perform customer care, production, and environmental/safety responsibility functions.
- Manual dexterity to handle tools and the ability to move 50 pounds are regularly required to perform routine functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Caldwell, ID 83607: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,000 - $45,000