forklift

Located in Roanoke, VA

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for accurately selecting the block/masonry products ordered by the customer and safely loading onto
delivery vehicles according to established safe loading procedures. Also responsible for performing routine
maintenance on equipment, ensuring that the block yard area is properly maintained and organized and assisting
“walk up” customers with loading materials as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/FUNCTIONS
• Observes and unloads incoming material, checking quantity and type to match bill of lading. Reports any
discrepancies to customer service manager.
• Operates forklift to move, place and load masonry products.
• Conducts physical inventory of materials and finished product as needed.
• Performs routine vehicle checks on front-end loader/forklift and reports problems to mechanic.
• Performs general housekeeping tasks in and around the plant building and yard as needed including tasks such as
sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, cutting grass, etc…
• Maintains the overall orderly organization of equipment and supplies in and around the yard and plant.
• Maintains cleanliness and appearance of plant grounds.
• Observes all federal, state, local and company safety policies, procedures, practices and regulations while
performing job duties.
• Maintains current knowledge of masonry products produced and available for sale.
• Assists customers with selection of product (when needed), loading and safely securing products on private
vehicles.
• Advises office of “low inventory” products.
• Other duties as directed by the customer service manager

EQUIPMENT USED
• Front-end loader
• Forklift
• Water hose
• Push broom.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED WHERE NECESSARY OR REQUESTED)
• Majority of work performed outside.
• Exposure to elements of weather including heat, cold, rain and dust.
• Occasionally/frequently exposed to rough, muddy, icy walking surfaces.
• Intermittent exposure to high noise levels and vibration.
• Frequent exposure to moving parts/pieces of equipment.
• Frequent exposure to dust, diesel fuel, propane and other substances that may cause burns, be toxic or explosive if
handled incorrectly