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Job Summary:
The Forklift Operator is the main certified operator of power equipment in the warehouse. In this role the associate is the material handler for the facility, and is responsible for the movement of product to and from locations beyond the reach of the regular floor personnel. This position must be able to perform all of the processes of both the Warehouse Clerks I and II and able to provide support and back up as required by the daily workload and staffing.
POSITION LOCATION: On Site
About Jon-Don:
Jon-Don partners with contractors, facilities managers, and business owners to provide them with a variety of products they need to tackle their toughest jobs—whether it’s removing that one impossible carpet stain or resurfacing a massive warehouse floor. Since 1978, we’ve been providing not just the products and equipment they need, but the real-world knowledge, rolled-up sleeves approach, and rock-solid reliability they can’t find with other suppliers. Today, with 16 branches strategically located throughout the United States, we’re serving industries ranging from carpet cleaning to janitorial, restoration and concrete polishing/ surface prep.“Jon-Don: Let’s Tackle Your Toughest Jobs”
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs daily responsibilities and priorities in a safe and organized manner.
- Loads and unloads deliveries and shipments
- Picks and puts away product that is located in overstock locations.
- Consolidates pallets in overstock to maximize available capacity.
- Able to successfully complete proper Hazardous Material Handling and DOT compliance certification course.
- Performs Warehouse Clerk I and II functions when necessary.
- Maintains a clean and organized warehouse and work space at all times by “cleaning as they go” and putting equipment and tools back where they belong at the end of each use.
- Sweeps and scrubs floors.
- Assist other functions within the warehouse as necessary.
- Other tasks as required.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma
- Driver’s License
- 2 years Forklift Experience
- Self-motivated
- High sense of urgency
- High attention to detail
- Takes initiative
- Able to work as a team.
- Able to communicate with peers and leadership
- Problem-solving/troubleshooting ability
- Ability to perform multiple task and switch between priorities.
- Willing and able to be certified to drive powered equipment in a retail environment.
- Dependable, responsible and willing to accept accountability
- Comfortable working with tables and PC’s
Benefits/Health Plans
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
- Free life insurance for all full-time employees
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401k Program: Jon-Don matches 50% of employee contributions up to 4%
- Paid Holiday and Flex Floater Days
- PTO: 3 weeks within the first year: As State Law Requires
- Sick and Safe time off: As State Law Requires
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Discounts
- Wellness Perks
Work environment and physical demands
- Physical activity includes:
- Standing for long periods of time
- Regular walking
- Reaching
- Stooping
- Bending
- Kneeling
- Crouching
- Climbing stairs and ladders
- Working on elevated platforms
- Use of hands for lifting and pulling
- Regularly lifts or moves up to 25 #’s
- Frequently lifts or moves up to 50 #’s
- Occasionally lifts or moves up to 100#
- Operation of powered equipment, such as forklifts, in a retail style environment
Jon-Don, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We recruit, hire, and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), age, disability or handicap, genetic information including family medical history, citizenship status, alienage or national origin, veteran status, ancestry, marital or family status, military or veteran service, domestic or sexual violence victim status, political affiliation or activities, arrest/conviction record, obesity, HIV/AIDS diagnosis, sexual and reproductive health decisions, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Jon-Don, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities that extend to all aspects of employment, including job assignment, compensation, discipline, and access to benefits and training.
