Forklift Driver

Job Description:

Job Duties

Including, but not limited to:

· Unload and load flatbed trucks hauling scrap metal.

· Inspect and determine metal grade for inventory tracking.

· Perform daily operation and safety inspection.

· Communicates with office and truck drivers to determine commodities to load.

· Moves scrap metal boxes around the yard.

· Works with customers to satisfy their needs and assist them when problems arise.

· Work with other employees in the scrap metal yard to ensure a safe working environment.

· Move sensitive cargo i.e. propane tanks, from the storage area to the torch area.

· Perform normal daily operation maintenance refueling, lubrication, cooling system cleaning, and housekeeping

· Clean up work area at the end of shift

· Keep work areas neat and orderly

· Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions

· Organizing materials to have more effective use of space

· Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner

· Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed

· Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

Qualifications

· Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.

· Must pass a medical physical and drug test

· Must pass a background check and credit check

· Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable

· Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus

· Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands

· Previous experience operating a Forklift a plus

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Physical Requirements

· Work Environment: Scrap metal yard, some office time

· Equipment & Tools: Office equipment, general tools, and training with mobile equipment

· Physical Demand Level: Moderate

· Work Capacity: Lifting & carrying 35lb loads, head turning, bending.

· Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste

· Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, typing

Pay Range:

SA Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.