Equipment Operator

Title: Equipment Operator

Department: ProductionFLSA Status: Non-ExemptJob Code: 51-1011Reports to: Production Manager

About Goodwill

We believe in the potential of individuals to make positive changes in their lives. We believe that education and training empower people to make those changes. Our vision for the communities we serve is that each person is able to choose rewarding employment, financial security and the experience of educational achievement. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI). We embrace our employees' differences and acknowledge and support our collective responsibility.

About the Position

The Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of different types of PIT (Power Industrial Trucks) equipment such as the forklift and pallet jack. This role transfers and loads donated goods in support of Evergreen Goodwill's business operations.

Pay Rate: $21.65/hour

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Perform pre-and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Goodwill policy to ensure federal and state compliance.Safety and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, pallet jack, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.Report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

Demonstrate safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements (Qualifications for the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act)To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Minimum 1 year prior equipment operation experienceMinimum 1 year working in warehouse type of environment. Basic familiarity with warehouse procedures and operations.Prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.

Computer/Technology Skills: N/A

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

Goodwill Forklift certification required: must meet eligibility requirements

Physical Abilities:While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to lift and carry up to 40-50 pounds; have developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers; standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders; able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain). Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills. Maintain reliable attendance.

Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities:

Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtractingProblem SolvingInternal and external customer service skillsPrioritization skills

Work Environment:

Outdoors and warehouse environment, temperature varies, exposure to dust.__Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Goodwill believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit our employees nor Goodwill to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the Goodwill.