Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Forklift Operator
Safely operate forklift to load, unload, and organize materials throughout the facility.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Forklift Operator is tasked with safely operating a forklift to stack material, load trailers, and empty full containers throughout the facility. The role emphasizes efficiency while maintaining strict safety standards. Key duties include performing pre‑ and post‑operation equipment inspections, loading trailers securely, organizing warehouse material, and coordinating container and trash removal with the shift supervisor. The operator continuously monitors equipment readiness to minimize downtime and adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸forklift operation
- ▸trailer loading
- ▸equipment inspection
- ▸warehouse organization
- ▸container removal
- ▸safety standards
What You Bring
Candidates must hold a valid OSHA forklift certification (powered industrial truck) and possess at least one year of forklift experience in an OSHA‑regulated environment. Strong customer service, time management, follow‑through, and compliance with company policies are also required.
Requirements
- ▸osha forklift
- ▸forklift experience
- ▸customer service
- ▸time management
- ▸follow‑through
- ▸policy compliance
Benefits
Eligible employees may participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, health‑care spending accounts, disability, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program, discount programs, a retirement plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and paid time off. • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO).
Work Environment
Onsite