Forklift Operator

Job ID: 524905

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions.

We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America.

We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products.

Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

Operates forklift as directed and without supervision while adhering to all rules and regulations mandated by safety policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities



* Read job specifications to determine operator adjustments and material requirements


* Position forks, lifting platform, or other lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials


* Hook tow trucks to trailer hitch, and transport load to designated area


* Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting device


* Inventory materials on work floor and supply workers with materials as needed


* Perform routine maintenance to include recharging batteries, lubricating, fueling, and cleaning


* Weigh materials or products and record weight on tags, labels, or production schedules


* Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area


* Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements



* High school diploma/equivalent; a minimum of two years of related experience in trades specific to job requirements; or equivalent combination of education and experience


* Must be able to pass an internal certification program


* Ability to move levers, shift gears, depress pedals and maneuver steering wheel to operator equipment


* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals


* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence


* Ability to stay organized


* Maintain a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work assignments


* Must be able to work a flexible schedule


* While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time


* Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 90 lbs.


* Withstand repetitive motion of the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder


* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the...