Forklift/Railroad Transload Operator

2500 HWY 90 W, Sealy TX

Description

Number of hires for this role: 3 Qualifications Forklift: 3 years (Required) US work authorization (Required) Full Job Description Transloading. Logistics. Distribution. This is what TLD is about and we want you to come grow with our company. We are a small company seeking people who want to do better for themselves and the people around them (family included). This a family for us and we believe everyone's lives should improve if we work hard to be the best. Good work for us means operating efficiently and safely every day while providing superior services to our customers. Our company's new technology is prepared to change the landscape in the material handling world and we would love to have you come along with us on our journey. Essential duties and responsibilities Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, and loading areas, into railroad cars or trucks or storage locations. Obtains copy of shipping order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas at the terminal Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks or railcars Moving goods packed on pallets around the terminal Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions Checking loads are secure Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck’s battery and lubricating equipment Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards Moving railcars around a terminal Qualification requirements: High School diploma or equivalent Good math, language and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner Maintain a clean & safe environment Clean driving record and a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license may be required Forklift certification per OSHA standards Previous experience in a Forklift operation moving pallets quickly and efficiently Previous transportation experience loading 15 to 25 trucks per day Ability to show job tenure with previous work experience Physical demands and abilities Regularly sitting on a powered industrial truck Frequently lift up to 50 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time Having a good sense of balance Having good eye-hand-foot coordination Ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights Ability to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season Ability to work outdoors at all time Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Overtime Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Application Question(s): How long does it take you load 13 pallets full of roofing shingles on a flatbed truck trailer with a forklift? Have you ever operated a forklift in a boxcar railcar or dry van trailer? Experience: Forklift: 3 years (Required) Work Location: One location