Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

Forklift Operator

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.  •  $22/hr  •  Albany, NY (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

The Forklift Operator operates and manages movement of materials to ensure a clean, organized facility, respects forklift safety criteria and fulfills production needs.

Hiring Range is $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

  • Completes daily maintenance checks of the assigned unit before operation to ensure safe operation of the equipment and that no repairs are needed.
  • Notifies technician in advance when aware that equipment will need maintenance.
  • Operates forklift while in a fast-paced environment and maintains a clean and safe facility.
  • Loads and unloads trailers in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Ensures that the warehouse is kept clean, orderly and all materials are properly stored.
  • Operates forklifts/pallet jack following all company safety regulations.
  • Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience and basic operator level maintenance experience, be legally eligible to work in the US , and be 18 years of age or older. It is required to have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.

Excellent listening, communication and problem solving skills, a dedication to safety, proven commitment to work and a self-directed attitude are expected.

Attributes

Patient, team-oriented individual who is dependable, has the ability to multitask, is able to communicate well, focused on delivering excellent customer service, and is open to personal and professional training and development.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

About Casella Waste Systems, Inc.

Casella, headquartered in Rutland, Vermont, is one of the largest recyclers and most experienced fully integrated resource management companies in the Eastern United States. Founded in 1975 as a single-truck collection service, Casella employs approximately 4,000 people. We have grown our operations to include over 150 owned and/or operated facilities spanning from Maine to Maryland, delivering services to residential, commercial, municipal, industrial, and institutional customers. We service over one million customers in our operating footprint, including curbside collection service to over 800,000 households, and provide professional resource management services to over 10,000 customer locations across 44 states. In addition, we serve as the largest recycler in the Eastern United States, recovering 1MM+ tons of recyclables and nearly 400,000 tons of organic residuals each year. Today, with a clear strategy to serve our customers with integrated services, we continue to lead the solid waste industry with an innovative business model that seeks to create sustainable value beyond the traditional waste disposal model.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Rutland, Vermont
Year Founded
1975
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