Forklift Operator

West Vancouver Materials Recovery Center (West Van), a Waste Connections company, is looking to hire a highly motivated & safety driven, Forklift Operator, to work at our Transfer Station in Vancouver, WA.

Pay range is $27-$29/HR DOE

Schedule is Monday - Friday

Shift is 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM with some overtime as needed.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Qualified candidates must have Forklift operating experience.

• REQUIRES ability to efficiently & safely operate Forklift.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate forklift or other equipment as needed.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
• Completes daily reports on pre and post trip inspections of equipment.

• Yard and facility maintenance including debris and clean up.
• Spotting Trucks.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Specific duties can change on the daily basis as operation needs change.
• Working outside in all weather conditions.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
• Ability to perform a physically demanding job at times with no helpers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules that are set forth promotes the company's safety standards; work with a sense of honesty, integrity and trustworthiness.

• Ability to adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise

• Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of computer skills.
• Pre-employment requirements for this safety sensitive position include drug panel screening & criminal background check.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time off
• 401k Program
• Year Round Full Time Stable work

Washington Wage range for this position is $27.00-$29.00/HR