Forklift Driver-Idaho

Forklift Operator - Industrial Construction (Micron Project)

Location: Boise, Idaho
Project: Micron Semiconductor Facility
Employer: Penington Painting Company (PPC)

Penington Painting Company is seeking experienced Forklift Operators to support ongoing work at the Micron Project in Idaho. This is a union position dispatched through IUPAT DC5.

Position Overview

The Forklift Operator will safely operate forklifts and material-handling equipment in an active industrial construction environment, supporting painting, coatings, and specialty trade crews.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move materials, equipment, and supplies throughout the jobsite
• Load and unload deliveries in designated areas
• Support crews with staging materials for industrial and specialty coating operations
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report any safety or maintenance concerns
• Follow all Project site rules, OSHA regulations, and PPC safety policies
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification required
• Previous experience operating forklifts in construction or industrial environments preferred
• Experience on large-scale industrial projects is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive environment
• Must be able to pass site-specific requirements, orientations, and screenings
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance required

Union Information

• This is a union position through IUPAT DC5
• Union dispatch and wage rates apply
• Candidates must be willing to join the union if not already members

Work Environment

• Industrial / construction setting
• May involve working around coatings, equipment, and active trades
• Current schedule is night shift with possible weekend work. Must be comfortable working extended hours and overtime as required by the project schedule

Compensation & Benefits

• Wages per union classification and collective bargaining agreement
• Union wages and benefits per collective bargaining agreement

Must pass a drug test and Fit4Duty test. A positive, team-oriented attitude is essential.