Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.
We are seeking a Forklift Operator for a position in Omaha, NE. Forklift Operators are responsible for stacking and retrieving supplies and materials. Responsibilities include working under the direction of supervisor, documenting and maintaining inventory, and ensuring production area organization and cleanliness. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.
Essential Qualifications:
- Occasional Overtime during the busy season
- Must have valid driver's license
- Minimum of 1 years experience
- High school or equivalent
- Preferably one (1) to three (3) years of experience in specified skill
- Basic knowledge of hand signals
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Understands load capacity of extend boom forklifts
- Knowledge of 4-wheel drive systems on extend boom forklifts
- NCCER or NCCCO certifications and/or Turner Industries qualifications required
- Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
- Job site safety requirements (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
- Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
- Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others at the workplace
Functional Requirements:
Moves hand and foot levers to control diesel, electric, or gasoline operating equipment, Interprets hand signals to determine where materials are to be placed, Reads and interprets load charts, May be required to manipulate equipment on unleveled working surfaces, May perform maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines/equipment, Maintains a clean and safe work area, Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction
Compensation
Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Benefits
Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.
Physical Involvement:
Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movement of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30-50 lbs. from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; following oral and/or written directions, plans and blueprints; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards
Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.
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