Concrete, Construction, Corporate Policies, Forklift, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Materials Tracking, Mechanical Maintenance, OSHA, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Regulations, Reimbursement, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, Truck Driver, Two Way Radio
Position Summary:
United Concrete Products is hiring an experienced Heavy Forklift Operator to support daily operations at our facility. This is a hands-on, outdoor role that requires operating high-capacity forklifts ranging from 36,000 to 55,000 lbs. You will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, managing yard inventory, and assisting with general labor in the shop as needed. A dedicated spotter will be assigned to assist during lifting and transport operations.
Schedule:
- Monday–Friday: 4:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Saturday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM (as needed)
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate heavy-capacity forklifts (36,000–55,000 lbs) throughout the facility and yard
- Load and unload flatbed trucks and other delivery vehicles
- Transport, stack, and organize materials in yard storage areas
- Work in coordination with an assigned spotter during all major lifts and movements
- Assist with general labor tasks in the shop when forklift duties are not required
- Perform daily pre-operation equipment inspections and document findings
- Monitor forklift performance and report any mechanical issues to maintenance
- Ensure all materials are stored safely and in accordance with weight capacity limits
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment
- Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and standard operating procedures
- Communicate with supervisors, truck drivers, and yard personnel to ensure smooth workflow
- Assist with inventory tracking and material counts as needed
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating forklifts with a capacity of 36,000 lbs or greater
- Valid forklift operator certification
- Proven experience loading and unloading commercial trucks
- Working knowledge of load charts, weight distribution, and safe rigging practices
- Experience in a precast concrete, construction materials, or heavy industrial setting is preferred
- Ability to perform physical labor including lifting, bending, and carrying up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions year-round
- Strong situational awareness and commitment to safety at all times
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
- Basic understanding of hand signals and two-way radio communication
- Must pass a drug test and background check
Benefits
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Company Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental Insurance
- Matching 401K 10%
- Reimbursement & Referral Programs
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United Concrete
United Concrete, founded in 1954, specializes in precast concrete products. Located in Yalesville, CT. This family run business offers a diversified line of municipal and state approved products. The 73,000 sq. foot facility enables United Concrete to service commercial and residential customers, as well as manufacture custom products.
Their in-house steel fabrication shop, Beauchemin Steel, enables them to take a new product from concept to production and reduce the development time. United Concrete, products include, septic tanks, leaching galleys, manholes, utility products, yard drains, oil water separators, and pump stations, to name only few.
In addition, the company produces a complete line of licensed products, including Transportable Buildings, "Evergreen" retaining wall system, "Convault" above ground storage tanks and cable concrete, the articulating erosion control system.
Weather your needs are big or small, custom or stock, let the expertise and know how of United Concrete work for you.
100 to 499 employees
Construction - Industrial Facilities and Infrastructure
http://www.unitedconcrete.com