Forklift Driver

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Operate standard clutch forklifts.
  • Have mechanical knowledge of forklifts.
  • Maintain forklift daily.
  • Move stacks of lumber in and out of buildings, sheds, off trucks, and around the yard.
  • May be required to work as a yard handler.
  • Must maintain knowledge of yard handler duties and safety requirements.
  • Forklift drivers sit 75% of the time.
  • Work indoors and outdoors year round.

Qualifications

  • Lift up to 150 lbs.
  • Climb up into and step down from forklifts.
  • Bend over to move blocks used to support lumber piles.
  • All safety procedures must be followed when operating fork lifts, chain saws, lifting, bending and twisting.
  • Strong organizational, communication and analytical skills.
  • Detailed oriented.
  • Self-driven.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of lumber species both domestic and tropical preferred.
  • Must be able to read at a high school or GED level.
  • Must be able to speak, understand and communicate safety to work related instructions.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401K
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance

To Apply

Please email your resume to careers@rexlumber.com

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