Compensation
Pay Rate: Minimum $17.65hr - Maximum $18.00hr
Our wage ranges are based on paying competitively for our company's size and industry and are one part of the total compensation that may also include incentives, benefits, and other opportunities at PODS. In accordance with New York, Colorado, California, Washington and other applicable laws, PODS is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Individual pay decisions are ultimately based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, geography, and balancing internal equity. A reasonable estimate of the current wage range is listed above.
Responsible for all facets of forklift operations including but not limited to loading and unloading of containers. Responsibilities may include any other forklift operations required within the production facility as needed. During slow periods, forklift operator may be required to perform other non-forklift duties as assigned. This role is onsite at the HUB 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday - Saturday.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Able to complete forklift training and safely operate a 21,000 lb. capacity forklift
• Adhere to safety policies and perform all tasks in a safe manner including adherence to OSHA regulations
• Complete daily forklift inspection reports and maintain records onsite
• Fuel forklift
• Maintain the forklift to ensure it is kept clean and in good repair
• Schedule maintenance on the forklift
• Able to maneuver large loads in a safe manner
• Able to stack large loads in tight spaces without causing damage
• Load/unload containers, kits, roofs, etc. from flatbed trailers
• Basic computer skills
• Utilize TMW to add/print and time stamp waybills
• Safely rig materials for lifting
• Shop and yard clean up
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTIES
• Typically reports to Management. Direct supervisor job title(s) typically include: Sup -Production and Service
• Job is NOT directly responsible for managing other employees (e.g., hiring/termination and/or pay decisions, performance management)
JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience Requirements
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years’ experience operating heavy forklifts that exceed 10,000 lbs, ability to train toward forklift certification
• Ability to read and understand English is required for OSHA safety regulations
• Possess a current valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Possess math skills sufficient to perform required duties; ability to apply these skills to units of American weight measurement, volume and distance
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to sit within forklift for up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to walk, drive and stand for extended periods of time during assigned shift; Ability to climb, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment
• Ability to hear and verbally communicate using a radio handset and/or connected headset device
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Shift start times may vary; some additional hours may be required including Saturdays/Sundays; required to work overtime as needed.
• Travel requirements: Negligible
• Warehouse and/or repair center locations may not be climate controlled except for specific areas. May be expected to work during inclement weather conditions.
• Regular attendance and punctuality required
• May be subject to pre-employment criminal background check and/or drug screening as well as random drug screenings in accordance with company policy
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed; the level of knowledge and skills typically required; and usual working conditions of this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive listing of all requirements or responsibilities that may be required by employees in this job.
Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
PODS Enterprises, LLC is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. We will not discriminate unlawfully against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any term or condition of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, place of birth, military service status, or other basis protected by law.
If there are any questions pertaining to this job posting, please contact PODS Recruiting Team at Recruiting@pods.com
No Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters:
Please note that as per PODS policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our Inclusive Diversity values. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that PODS will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.
General Benefits & Other Compensation:
Storage Mobility was the largest independent provider of Portable on Demand Moving & Storage, or PODS. By providing the best alternative in moving and storage, PODS is rapidly becoming the leading provider of mobile mini-storage and moving services for both residential and commercial customers. PODS revolutionized the moving and storage industry by developing a proprietary hydraulic lift system that enables it to deliver a storage container to a customer on a flatbed truck, detach the container from the truck and then gently, and vertically, lower it to the ground. By detaching the storage container from the truck, PODS enables its customers to save time, money and hassle. PODS Storage Mobility LLC was acquired by PODS Enterprises, Inc. in March 2014.
