Forklift Operator II (Transportation)

Get ready to grow with us!

ParkUSA, a Northwest Pipe Company is the nation's leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products and with over 50 years of experience, we're just getting started! Our business is growing, and we're looking for great people to grow with us. We're immediately seeking a Forklift Operator to join our ParkUSA team in Ferris, TX.

 

WE OFFER: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Bonus Potential (2x per year)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety

 

OUR VALUES:

• Accountability is evident when we do what we say we are going to do and people accept responsibility for their actions. We do not point fingers and blame others. We own our actions.
• Commitment is not only promising to do something, but actually investing in the necessary effort and actions to make it happen.
• Teamwork is essential for competing in a challenging and constantly changing business environment. Working together across all job functions is critical to achieving our success.

 

ABOUT THE JOB:

Under ongoing supervision, loads and unloads large concrete products and accessories onto flatbed trucks and trailers, and other materials required by the facility.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Loads materials and equipment safely and efficiently on vehicles.
• Unloads materials and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Moves product, materials and equipment safely.
• Prepares vehicles and equipment for loads.
• Cuts materials in a safe manner to ensure safe transport of product and equipment
• Counts and marks all materials.
• Operates forklift, crane or other heavy equipment in a safe manner.
• Participates in all inventories.
• Performs other duties as needed by the Shipping Supervisor.
• Conducts safety audits.
• Other duties may be assigned.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Past experience operating a forklift (20 Ton) in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience moving large heavy items would be preferred, not required

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification in past Forklift experience is preferred

 

Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successful passing of a drug test and background check. Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date.