Load Builder/Forklift Operator
Anchorage, AK, United States21h ago
Key details
- Location
- Anchorage, AK, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Entry level
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 1–2 yrs
- Function
- Logistics & Transportation
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 21h ago
Skills
equipment operationforklifthand toolslogisticsmaterial handling
About the role
Now Hiring: Load Builder/Forklift Operator
Location: Anchorage, AK DC
Looking for a hands-on career with a company that values safety, teamwork, and hard work? We're seeking a dependable Load Builder / Forklift Operator to help keep our operations running smoothly by preparing, loading, and organizing materials for customer deliveries. If you enjoy operating equipment, working outdoors, and being part of a fast-paced team, this could be the opportunity for you.
Why Join Our Team?
Stable, full-time opportunity with an industry leader.
Work with modern equipment in a team-oriented environment.
Develop valuable skills in logistics, material handling, and forklift operations.
Be part of a safety-focused culture that recognizes hard work and dedication.
Play a key role in ensuring customers receive their building materials accurately and on time.
What You'll Do
Safely load and unload building materials from trucks, trailers, and customer vehicles.
Build and organize loads based on customer orders, ensuring proper weight distribution and load security.
Secure materials using strapping, bracing, and padding to prevent damage during transport.
Read work orders and accurately select materials for shipment or storage.
Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move products throughout the yard.
Assist with inventory organization, material identification, and staging for deliveries.
Open containers, bundles, and units using appropriate hand tools.
Attach labels and identification tags to ensure product accuracy and traceability.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Assist team members with material handling, equipment operation, and daily yard operations.
Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members as needed.
Follow all company safety procedures and participate in ongoing safety training.
What We're Looking For
High School Diploma or GED.
One to two years of experience in material handling, warehouse, lumberyard, manufacturing, or related environments preferred.
Forklift Certification required.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Reliable attendance and a positive, customer-focused attitude.
What Makes You Successful
You take pride in building safe, accurate loads.
You enjoy working outdoors and staying active throughout the day.
You work well independently while supporting your team.
You understand the importance of safety, organization, and efficiency.
You're dependable, hardworking, and committed to quality work.
Physical Requirements
This is an active position that requires regular movement and material handling throughout the workday.
Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds.
Occasionally lift or move materials weighing more than 100 pounds with appropriate equipment or assistance.
Perform tasks involving climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
Operate forklifts and other equipment safely and efficiently.
Work Environment
This position is based in an outdoor yard and production environment and may involve exposure to changing weather conditions, dust, moving equipment, noise, and other industrial conditions. Safety is a top priority, and employees are expected to follow all safety standards and procedures.
Build Your Future With Us
If you're ready to put your skills to work with a company that values teamwork, safety, and career growth, we'd love to hear from you. Join our Anchorage team and help deliver the materials that build homes, businesses, and communities throughout Alaska.
Location: Anchorage, AK DC
Looking for a hands-on career with a company that values safety, teamwork, and hard work? We're seeking a dependable Load Builder / Forklift Operator to help keep our operations running smoothly by preparing, loading, and organizing materials for customer deliveries. If you enjoy operating equipment, working outdoors, and being part of a fast-paced team, this could be the opportunity for you.
Why Join Our Team?
Stable, full-time opportunity with an industry leader.
Work with modern equipment in a team-oriented environment.
Develop valuable skills in logistics, material handling, and forklift operations.
Be part of a safety-focused culture that recognizes hard work and dedication.
Play a key role in ensuring customers receive their building materials accurately and on time.
What You'll Do
Safely load and unload building materials from trucks, trailers, and customer vehicles.
Build and organize loads based on customer orders, ensuring proper weight distribution and load security.
Secure materials using strapping, bracing, and padding to prevent damage during transport.
Read work orders and accurately select materials for shipment or storage.
Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move products throughout the yard.
Assist with inventory organization, material identification, and staging for deliveries.
Open containers, bundles, and units using appropriate hand tools.
Attach labels and identification tags to ensure product accuracy and traceability.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Assist team members with material handling, equipment operation, and daily yard operations.
Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members as needed.
Follow all company safety procedures and participate in ongoing safety training.
What We're Looking For
High School Diploma or GED.
One to two years of experience in material handling, warehouse, lumberyard, manufacturing, or related environments preferred.
Forklift Certification required.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Reliable attendance and a positive, customer-focused attitude.
What Makes You Successful
You take pride in building safe, accurate loads.
You enjoy working outdoors and staying active throughout the day.
You work well independently while supporting your team.
You understand the importance of safety, organization, and efficiency.
You're dependable, hardworking, and committed to quality work.
Physical Requirements
This is an active position that requires regular movement and material handling throughout the workday.
Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds.
Occasionally lift or move materials weighing more than 100 pounds with appropriate equipment or assistance.
Perform tasks involving climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
Operate forklifts and other equipment safely and efficiently.
Work Environment
This position is based in an outdoor yard and production environment and may involve exposure to changing weather conditions, dust, moving equipment, noise, and other industrial conditions. Safety is a top priority, and employees are expected to follow all safety standards and procedures.
Build Your Future With Us
If you're ready to put your skills to work with a company that values teamwork, safety, and career growth, we'd love to hear from you. Join our Anchorage team and help deliver the materials that build homes, businesses, and communities throughout Alaska.
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