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Forklift Operator - Lowell, AR

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team.

Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek

Competitive compensation and benefits

Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers

Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center

Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University

Career advancement opportunities

Job Summary

As a Forklift Operator, this role supports the efficiency of operations at a high-level performance with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. The team members must be dependable, follow company safety protocols, wear required PPE, and be available for shift work, overtime, and off-hour responses.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operate forklifts 8k-65k and up depending on skillset

Perform inspections of equipment being utilized prior to use and during use as needed

Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence

Communicates with operational stake holders throughout shift

Wearing all Watco and OSHA mandated personal protective equipment

Able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as take on additional job responsibilities as needed

Demonstrate knowledge of company safety programs

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be able to pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position and location. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately

Knowledge of weight limits, load distribution, and material storage protocols

3 years of experience working with or around forklifts, with demonstrated skill in safe load handling, stacking, and maneuvering in confined spaces preferred

Basic mechanical skills with knowledge of equipment inspection, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance preferred

Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) or handheld scanners preferred

Maintain regular, dependable attendance

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including day and night shifts, with availability for overtime, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs

Forklift Operator certification preferred

Education

Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent