What are the responsibilities and job description for the FORKLIFT OPERATOR position at Wells?
General Description:
The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift over rough terrain.
WHY WORK FOR US?
At Wells, we empower our team members to deliver an exceptional client experience. Our employees are talented problem solvers that shine in preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. They bring innovative solutions that yield outstanding results.
In the design and construction industry, we focus on honesty and hard work to build trust that lasts beyond individual projects. Our team is consistently working to improve building processes and raise industry standards. We meet our partners' needs through collaborative efforts that ensure safe and certain results, reducing risks along the way. Together, we help businesses and individuals succeed and change our communities for the better.
WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER
Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative.
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid premiums for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
- Wellness Incentives
- Paid holidays
- Flex spending for medical and daycare
- Health savings account (HSA)
- 401(k) plan with profit sharing
- Access to Nice Healthcare
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Wishbone Pet Insurance
- Critical Illness Benefit Plan
- Accident Insurance Plan
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan
Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate the Forklift in a safe and appropriate manner on rough terrain.
- Unload and stack material by raising and lowering the lifting device.
- Position forks, lifting platforms, or other lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, boxes, or other materials.
- Move levers, shift gears, depress the pedal, and maneuver the steering wheel to operate the equipment.
- Perform safety inspections on forklifts.
- Assists in the steel shop with other duties such as palletizing materials, loading and unloading trucks, painting, organizing materials, and other assignments as requested or required by supervisor.
EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or equivalent but not required.
- Experience operating a forklift in a construction setting preferred.
- Forklift Certificate preferred but not required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, twist, and walk, must be able to use various hand tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance on elevated surfaces; and stoop, kneel, squat, crouch or crawl.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
- The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Constant and continual medium to heavy manual, physical labor is required for this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Moderate to high risk of exposure to unusual elements.
- Moderate to high risk of safety precautions.
- Moderate to high exposure to production environment.
- Wet, hot, humid, and wintry conditions (weather related) (plant specific)
- Ability to work outside year-round (plant specific)
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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