Forklift Operator

Job Description

Application review will take into account without limitation the following criteria: union membership and qualifications, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Structures.

WORK DESCRIPTION:

• Operate construction hoist, to lift, move, loads, such as machinery, equipment, products, jobsite personnel and solid or bulk materials, using hoisting attachments, such as hook, sling, electromagnet, or bucket: observes load hookup and determines safety of load.

• Manipulates or depresses controls, such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of forklift according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.

• Cleans and maintains forklift mechanism.

• Inspects forklift for defective parts and notifies supervisors of defects and malfunctions.

• May attach load to hook or other hoisting accessory prior to operating forklift.

• Able to understand load charts.

• Model specific training,

• Show competency.

• Belong to local union hall.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Work is mainly outside thus exposed to various weather conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL:

• Able to pass Pre-Employment & Regular Drug Tests.

• Must have valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record according to Hoffman's Fleet Safety Program.

• Sitting - Constantly (66% to 100% a day).

• Bend (neck and back) - Occasionally (less than 33% a day).

• Use of hands for repetitive grasping - Constantly (66% to 100% a day).

• Use of hands for pushing & pulling - Constantly (66% to 100% a day).

• Use of hands for fine manipulation - Constantly (66% to 100% a day).

MENTAL:

• Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required.

• Must be able to work independently and as a team.

• Must be able to make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.

• Must use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and problem solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.

• Must be able to plan and organize work.

• Must be physically fit: good vision/peripheral/distance/color, good hearing able to understand radio commands & hand signals.

• Must be able to work under pressure.

• Must have good dexterity with both hands and feet.

• Able to lift at least 40 lbs.

• Able to sit all day.

• Must not be afraid of heights.

• Work in a safe manner in compliance with Hoffman's Safety Policy.

• Good attendance.

• Must be able to read a tape measure.

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