Application review will take into account without limitation the following criteria: union membership and qualifications, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Structures.
WORK DESCRIPTION:
• Operate construction hoist, to lift, move, loads, such as machinery, equipment, products, jobsite personnel and solid or bulk materials, using hoisting attachments, such as hook, sling, electromagnet, or bucket: observes load hookup and determines safety of load.
• Manipulates or depresses controls, such as pedals, levers, and buttons, to regulate speed and direction of forklift according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Cleans and maintains forklift mechanism.
• Inspects forklift for defective parts and notifies supervisors of defects and malfunctions.
• May attach load to hook or other hoisting accessory prior to operating forklift.
• Able to understand load charts.
• Model specific training,
• Show competency.
• Belong to local union hall.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
• Work is mainly outside thus exposed to various weather conditions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PHYSICAL:
• Able to pass Pre-Employment & Regular Drug Tests.
• Must have valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record according to Hoffman's Fleet Safety Program.
• Sitting - Constantly (66% to 100% a day).
• Bend (neck and back) - Occasionally (less than 33% a day).
• Use of hands for repetitive grasping - Constantly (66% to 100% a day).
• Use of hands for pushing & pulling - Constantly (66% to 100% a day).
• Use of hands for fine manipulation - Constantly (66% to 100% a day).
MENTAL:
• Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team.
• Must be able to make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.
• Must use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and problem solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.
• Must be able to plan and organize work.
• Must be physically fit: good vision/peripheral/distance/color, good hearing able to understand radio commands & hand signals.
• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Must have good dexterity with both hands and feet.
• Able to lift at least 40 lbs.
• Able to sit all day.
• Must not be afraid of heights.
• Work in a safe manner in compliance with Hoffman's Safety Policy.
• Good attendance.
• Must be able to read a tape measure.