Operator Forklift

About the Role

The position involves safely operating a forklift to support construction and warehouse activities, performing preventative maintenance and pre‑shift inspections to ensure equipment reliability and safety. • Maintain positive working relationships with all crew members. • Produce high‑quality work safely and productively. • Ensure required materials, tools, equipment and information are available. • Identify and implement improvements in tasks, methods, and learning from others. • Share knowledge and teach teammates regularly. • Perform preventative maintenance on all related equipment. • Inspect subordinate work for accuracy, compliance, and correct deficiencies. • Eliminate waste such as waiting, rework, transport, storage and idle time. • Work up to 12‑hour shifts in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions. • Climb and balance on steel/wood structures, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds. • Lift, push or pull objects up to 50 lb occasionally. • Frequently use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects. • Comply with all safety standards and procedures. • Navigate confined, cluttered and uneven work areas. • Participate in Employee Stock Ownership Plan and 401(k). • Contribute to Sundt Foundation charitable program.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸preventative maintenance
• ▸equipment inspection
• ▸material management
• ▸quality inspection
• ▸waste reduction
• ▸forklift operation

What You Bring

• Minimum 3‑6+ years experience in industrial/commercial construction with heavy equipment. • Read and interpret drawings, specifications, safety and quality standards; proficient with trade tools. • Possess effective verbal and written communication skills. • Frequently reach above shoulder height and below waist; occasional stooping, kneeling or bending. • Wear required personal protective equipment (steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, etc.).

Requirements

• ▸construction
• ▸heavy equipment
• ▸3‑6 yrs
• ▸drawing read
• ▸trade tools
• ▸communication

Benefits

Sundt focuses on long‑term prosperity for clients, communities and employee‑owners. It provides competitive pay, industry‑leading benefits such as 401(k) and employee stock ownership, incentive programs for both craft and administrative staff, and training that supports personal and professional growth. • Receive market‑competitive salary paid weekly. • Eligible for performance‑based bonuses. • Access industry‑leading health coverage starting day one. • Flexible time off and paid sick leave. • Receive medical, health‑savings and wellness credits. • Use flexible spending accounts. • Benefit from employee assistance and workplace wellness programs. • Access mental health resources. • Covered by life and disability insurance.

Work Environment

Onsite