Careers at Masis Staffing Solutions

Forklift Operator
Elkwood, VA

Masis Staffing is hiring for a Construction yard Forklift Operator to work at our client site in Elkwood, VA.  This is a great opportunity for Forklift Operators who are willing to work hard and be part of a great team.

Job Details for Forklift Operators:

• Weekly Pay – $16-$20 DOE
• Holiday Pay 
• Vacation Pay
• Health Insurance
• Boot Reimbursement

Job Duties for Forklift Operators:

• Forklift driver will Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trucks or customer vehicles and installs strapping, bracing or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Performs load-building, determining the appropriate weight, composition, and placement of load based on customer order and capacity of delivery vehicle to ensure load is balanced and safe for hauling.
• Reads work order or follows oral instructions to determine materials to be moved or loaded.
• Conveys materials to or from storage to designated area using hand truck, electric dolly, forklift or other device.
• Opens containers, units, slings and loads, using steel cutters, crowbar, claw-hammer or other hand tools.
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales or other containers so as to provide for correct identification of items.
• Understands and observes all safety procedures and practices in order to prevent injury to self or co-workers; attends periodic safety meetings as required; may recommend changes to improve safety procedures.

Qualifications for Forklift Operators:

• Work is performed within a production or yard environment, subject to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, mechanical parts, equipment noise and dust.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds.
• Forklift operator will be required to perform specific tasks that involve climbing, lifting, pushing or kneeling.

Masis Staffing is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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