Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operator (NOT WAREHOUSE)

SHIPPING/RECEIVING - FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Starting in 1988 with just a few acres, Vandemark Sod Farm expanded quickly and is now a primary supplier to Wake County and the surrounding area. For 35 years, our family-owned business has enjoyed a reputation for top sod quality, selection and service. Our main product is natural turf which we provide to the landscaping industry, athletic fields and golf courses throughout the Triangle and North Carolina. We grow, harvest and ship six types of turfgrass from our Whitakers and Spring Hope locations. This Shipping/Receiving Forklift Operator position is year-round. If you meet the following job qualifications, please fill out an application online, stop by the farm, or email a detailed resume.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Shipping/Receiving - Forklift Operator is responsible for the day to day operation of various forklifts. The Operator will receive direction from our owners, and supervisors and will be responsible for completing tasks that are assigned. The primary tasks of the position include:

• Using all-terrain forklifts to load company trucks to service customers
• Running errands with a company truck
• General housekeeping in the shop and under the shelter
• Pallet inventory and counting
• Assists with any other jobs on the farm as needed, including some manual labor tasks
• Ability to lift and carry 60lbs
• Proficient in operating various forklifts
• Must be able to follow instructions
• Must be a motivated self-starter
• Ability to multi-task and solve problems

BENEFITS:

· Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Benefits offered (company pays 85%)

· Life Insurance Provided

· Dental Insurance Available (company pays 85%)

· Vision Insurance Available (company pays 85%)

· Reliable equipment to operate

· No seasonal layoff, we are a year round operation

· 2 PTO days after 90 days

· 1 week paid time off after 1 year of

· 7 paid holidays per year after 90 days

· Weather pay

· Supplemental Insurance at Reduced Cost

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 55 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Forklift: 5 years (Required)
• Load & unload: 5 years (Required)
• stable job history: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Whitakers, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person