Job description

Forklift Operator

Company Overview

Nicholas Enterprises, Inc. has been providing material handling and storage services since 1902 and has been involved in the river transportation industry for over 65 years. We have a proud tradition of providing superior rail, truck, barge, and warehouse facilities in the Port of Pittsburgh and central PA regions.

Our Pittsburgh Intermodal Terminal (PIT) is one of the few full-service intermodal facilities featuring barge, rail, and truck off-load, re-load, and storage capabilities. Consisting of 37-acres in Ambridge, Pennsylvania on the Ohio River, 16 miles from downtown Pittsburgh, PA. Our facility also provides value- added services including welding and fabricating.

Job Description

We are seeking individuals to function as part of a team involved in the unloading, storing, and reloading of steel beams, coils, and other steel products to and from barges, railroad cars trucks and storage. Specific equipment you will ultimately be required to operate and maintain 30 - 60 ton forklifts within both indoor (warehouse) and outdoor (yard) environments.

Although previous experience with rigging, loading, and unloading of steel beams/products is desired, we are willing to train motivated applicants who wish to learn and be ultimately advanced into more specialized positions which may include specialized equipment and crane operations and supervision.

You will need reliable transportation, to be able to work in rigorous outdoor elements year-round, the ability to lift up to 80 pounds and to work independently or as leader of a team and a “can-do” attitude.

Job Requirements

• Perform all work considering Company standards, procedures, requirements, and safety rules
• Load and offload material to and from barges, railcars, trucks, etc.
• Operate and maintain equipment daily
• Report equipment safety issues immediately upon inspection
• Work as a team to develop a safe and clean work environment
• Always ensure customer satisfaction and operational excellence
• Maintain and use the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to read and comprehend work orders, bill of ladings, etc. to ensure accurate shipment and delivery information
• Willingness to help with whatever tasks are required

Job Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation
• Must have recent work history
• Previous experience with 30+ ton fork lifts is a plus
• Previous experience with rigging, loading, unloading of steel beams/products is preferred
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

• Must be able to work in rigorous outdoor elements year round
• Must be able to work independently and with other team members
• Must be able to perform tasks in a timely and safe manner

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive wages based on past experience and skills
• Health coverage
• Paid time off, vacation, and holidays
• 401k program with company matching assistance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 5x8
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ambridge, PA 15003: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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