Forklift Operator

Job Description

Position Title: Forklift Operator

Position Reports To: Field Foreman

Position Summary

A Forklift Operator shall perform general site work such as loading and unloading equipment and materials, site clean-up and preparation, mobilization, and demobilization to and from the jobsite, and general construction tasks.

Essential Functions

• Follow verbal directions as required to perform duties and responsibilities as listed below.

• Heavy lifting will often be required to perform tasks.

• Clean-up of work area, supplies, materials, and equipment.

• Communicate regularly with the Field Foreman with regard to issues and concerns on the job site.

• Comply with all Apache and client safety policies and programs.

• Maintain a reliable attendance record

• Always maintains a clean and safe work environment

• Work unsupervised in an efficient and effective manner.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Valid certification to operate forklifts
• Minimum 0-1 years of experience as forklift operator or similar role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Unload and upload material
• Good knowledge of industrial equipment
• Identify damages

• Report shortages
• Report quality deficiencies
• Transport raw materials to production workstations
• Inspect machinery
• Determine the need for repairs

• Keep updated records of inventory
• Produce activity logs
• Comply with company policies and guidelines

Work Conditions/Physical Demands

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• No adverse environmental conditions expected.
• Must be able to work in high noise volumes, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, dusty conditions, hazardous machinery, precarious places, proximity to other employees.

• Background Check Requirement

Drug Program

All employees at made aware that Apache has a comprehensive drug/ alcohol policy and program in place, which includes random testing