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Forklift Operator

Clean Harbors

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS
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SKILLS
Business Model, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Cost Control, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Forklift, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Health Plan, High School Diploma, Industrial Management, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Logistics, Material Moving, Military, Operations Management, Physical Demands, Safety/Work Safety, Stock Purchase Plans, Supply Chain, Team Player, Warehousing, Waste Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
2 days ago
**Description** **Clean Harbors** is currently looking for a **Forklift Operator** to join their team! As a Forklift Operator, you will perform hands on operations. Truck To Truck Technician at our **Seattle , WA** facility support efficient, on-site logistics operations, with a focus on cross-docking-a streamlined supply chain method that minimizes storage and accelerates delivery. This hands-on position plays a key role in moving equipment and materials quickly and safely between inbound and outbound docks, helping reduce warehousing costs and improve turnaround time. **Shift: 07:30 AM- 4:30 pm w/OT** **Pay: $27.50/Hr** **Why work for Clean Harbors?** + Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5! + Computer/Phone savvy. + Operate fork lift. + Attention to detail, ability to count and read and time management. + Must be able to communicate and work with a team. + Competitive wages + Monday-Friday schedule + Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment + Group 401K with company matching component + Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan + Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement + Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career **Responsibilities** **Key Responsibilities:** + Safely operate yard vehicles to transfer bins, vans, trailers, and tanker trucks throughout the facility. + Support cross-docking operations by promptly positioning inbound and outbound equipment at assigned docks to allow for quick unloading and reloading with minimal storage. + Ensure wheel chocks and jack stands are in place and functioning properly before transport. + Review MSDS or manifests when handling new hazardous materials. + Respond to and clean up spills using proper safety protocols. + Perform routine vehicle inspections including brakes, fuel levels, tire pressure, lights, and fluid systems to ensure safe and efficient operation. + Accurately placard and stage equipment in compliance with permitted storage requirements. + Manoeuvre vehicles safely within tight and busy yard environments while observing posted speed limits and site driving rules **Qualifications** **What does it take to work at** **_Clean Harbors?_** + **Education:** High school diploma or equivalent required. + **Experience:** 0-3 years in a similar driving or logistics support role. + **Certifications:** Valid driver's license required; forklift certification preferred. **Skills:** + Strong spatial awareness and decision-making under minimal supervision + Mechanically inclined and safety conscious + Able to plan and execute work efficiently under time-sensitive conditions **Physical Requirements** + Medium work: frequent lifting/carrying of up to 25 lbs., occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. + Frequent sitting, walking, bending, climbing, and use of hands and feet for vehicle operation + Must pass a respirator fit test and work safely in outdoor environments + Operate cars, small and large trucks with both automatic and manual transmissions within the yard + Support movement of vehicles required for real-time dock scheduling + Less than 10% travel + No supervisory responsibilities + Position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions **_Clean Harbors_** has a commitment to excellence deeply rooted in a strong sense of tradition. Our entire business model revolves around keeping North American businesses green. We generate more than $1.2 billion in annual revenue as a world-class environmental service organization and market leader in industrial hazardous waste management, parts-cleaning technology, and oil re-refining. We collect over 200 million gallons of used motor oil each year and we have the largest re-refinery capacity in North America allowing us to re-refine more than 150 million gallons each year. Every day, we help our customers resolve their waste management needs and reduce their carbon footprint. **PROTECTION. CHOICES. PEOPLE. MAKE GREEN WORK.** Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547. Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company. Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. \#SA

About the Company

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Clean Harbors

Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of the Fortune 500 companies, across the chemical, energy, manufacturing and additional markets, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1980
WEBSITE
https://www.cleanharbors.com/

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