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