Forklift Operator

Waste Management Inc

Sparks, NV

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Bar Code Scanners, Billing Records, Business Services, Childcare, Computer Systems, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Driver's License, Electrical Components, Electricity, Federal Laws and Regulations, Forklift, Hazard Analysis, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Healthcare, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Insurance, Inventory Management, Loading/Unloading, Maintain Compliance, Material Moving, Medical Waste, Natural Gas, Order Picking/Packing, Pallet Jack, Record Keeping, Recycling, Regulatory Compliance, Stock Purchase Plans, Sustainability, Vehicle Fleets, Warehousing, Waste Management, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection
LOCATION
Sparks, NV
POSTED
1 day ago

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Pay Rate: $26.50 Per Hour. Paid weekly.

Shift: C Crew, 5 AM to 5 PM, Weekly Thursday-Saturday, and every other Wednesday.

What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family.

We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members.

We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

Who are we? #WeAreWM

Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today

I. Job Summary

Under direction, operates electric and manual powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and electrical pallet Jacks to lift, push, pull, stack or move containers.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operates industrial vehicles and equipment (electric and manual).
  • Load and unload designated trailers and transport materials within processing and/or warehouse areas.
  • Receives, relocates, and dispositions materials using an RF barcode scanner and/or other electronic and manual systems
  • Packs and palletizes products and applies correct labels.
  • Verifies all inbound bills of lading for accuracy against the delivered products.
  • Maintains the integrity of materials through proper handling and storage.
  • Ensures compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures.
  • Maintains accurate inventory of inbound shipments on applicable systems.
  • Maintains accurate record logs.
  • Identifies hazardous waste materials and adheres to instructions related to their movement/process.
  • Promotes a safe work environment through personal actions. Identify safety concerns as well as cost saving opportunities.
  • Communicate with disposition services to coordinate inbound transportation.
  • Maintain and check inbound locator system daily and record a carrier's tracking number or Bill of Lading into computer system.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

  • Forklift Certification.
  • Valid Driver''s License.

B. Preferred Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited) equivalent.
  • 1-year Previous forklift, pallet jack or other power equipment experience.

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Frequently

  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Lifting
  • Carrying
  • Pushing
  • Pulling
  • Climbing
  • Balancing
  • Stooping
  • Kneeling
  • Crouching
  • Reaching
  • Handling
  • Grasping
  • Feeling
  • Talking
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

Constantly

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

Pay: The expected base pay rate for this office/on-site position is $26.50 per hour. This rate represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America''s leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.

About the Company

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Waste Management Inc

Waste Management is the largest environmental solutions provider in North America, serving more than 21 million municipal, commercial and industrial customers in the U.S. and Canada. We have invested in developing waste solutions for a changing world. Today, this includes not just disposal and recycling, but personal counseling to help customers achieve their green goals, including zero waste.

Waste Management is North America’s largest residential recycler and a renewable energy provider. We recover the naturally occurring gas inside landfills to generate electricity, called landfill-gas-to-energy. Waste Management’s fleet of natural gas trucks is the largest heavy-duty truck fleet of its kind in North America. With the largest network of recycling facilities, transfer stations and landfills in the industry, our entire business can adapt to meet the needs of every distinct customer segment.

As North America’s leading provider of comprehensive waste management services, our mission is to maximize resource value while minimizing impact in order to further both economic and environmental sustainability for all of our stakeholders.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401K, Stock Options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1968
WEBSITE
https://careers.wm.com/us/en