Forklift Operator - Skookum

Forklift Operator Location: Lakewood, Washington (Joint Base Lewis-McChord) Type: Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift Compensation: $23.96 - $23.96/hour Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees. Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance $4.57/hour Health and Welfare Benefit Flexible Spending Account for both medical and dependent care 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave accrued at 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked up to a maximum of 56 hours of sick leave per year Potential shared earning bonus Tuition assistance available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities Verizon wireless discount Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full time employees Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees. Skookum is seeking a skilled and reliable Forklift Operator with a professional attitude. Typical duties include but are not limited to: Operates forklift to move inventory. Moves inventory into and out of the warehouse, as needed, for shipping and receiving purposes. Moves inventory from one place to another within the warehouse. Performs maintenance on the forklifts when needed. Assists the shipping/receiving clerk, as needed. Assists with the annual warehouse inventory. Assists in maintaining general cleanliness of the warehouse. Qualifications: 6 months warehouse experience is preferred; specialized vocational, technical, or other formal training may be substituted in part for experience. 6 months Forklift experience required; current Forklift certification required. Knowledge of shipping and receiving functions. Ability to prioritize tasks and approach assigned tasks in an organized fashion. Physical Requirements: Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties. Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required. Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time. Requirements: Valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance. Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position. Forklift Certification To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application. Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance. Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at (360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email recruiting@skookum.org. Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in E-Verify Please submit a resume if you do not currently see an opportunity but are interested in working for Skookum Skookum has carried forward our social mission "creating opportunities for people with disabilities" in all that we aspire to be. From our humble beginnings in small-town America, we have grown to be the best value provider of choice in the defense industrial complex and aerospace manufacturing sectors. Skookum does this by first investing in our people. Skookum’s customers rely on Skookum to consistently deliver a quality product on time so that the customer in turn can accomplish their jobs. This drives Skookum’s core value proposition – We meet our mission when our customer meets their mission. This philosophy is critical to our success as a team. At Skookum, we work diligently to sharpen our leaders’ skills so they can provide exceptional client support. Skookum is dedicated to ensuring specialized recruitment, career advancement, and job training methods are employed across the nation. Skookum is a national leader in Disability and Veteran recruitment, hiring, and retention. We offer competitive wages and benefits, including providing professional growth opportunities. Working at Skookum is not just a job; it's a career to be proud of that allows us to positively influence others' lives each day! We currently support over 1,300 employees in 13 states, and we are growing every day across the nation.