Cary Kuvaas

Forklift Operator

A Well established, 100% Doug Fir Lumber Mill, conveniently located in the heart of town, is seeking a Forklift Operator! This Milling Company's commitment to providing top quality products while maintaining a focus on environmental conservation and responsible reforestation, has remained true through recent upgrades to the mill. Need help applying? Call us at 541-746-6200!

Duties and Responsibilities for Forklift Operator:

• Extensive Forklift Operation experience required
  • Experience moving large beams 80'-110'
• Use of Mid-Sized Hyster 12,000 lb Fortis Turbo Diesel forklift
• Load/unload and transport material to and from machine centers
• Load and unload vans and flat-bed trucks
• Stack/unstack units in designated storage bays
• Outdoors; extreme weather conditions including heat and cold
• Essential Functions
  • Visually inspect the forklift for leaks, damaged forks, excessive wear in steering, lift chains, tires and proper operation of brakes
  • Check fluid levels and fill to the mark. Utilize proper refueling procedures to safely fuel forklift
  • Must be able to concentrate in a noisy environment, deal with frequent interruptions, juggle multiple projects, exercise independent judgment or perform other mental tasks
• Requires employee to bend, twist, squat, sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to concentrate in a noisy environment, deal with frequent interruptions, juggle multiple projects, exercise independent judgment or perform other mental tasks

Skills and Qualifications for Forklift Operator:

• Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs
• Communicate with co-workers and supervisor effectively.
• Work with and promote a teamwork environment.
• Promote and support a strong safety culture.
• Must be willing to fill-in on off-shift and overtime WHEN required
• Experience with a Hyster 190 or Bigger
• Knowledge of how to carry 20ft or Longer / Understands the counterbalance of the weight of boards.
• Knows how to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferably someone who has worked in a lumber setting.

Job Details 

Temp-Hire Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday  5:00AM - 3:30PM Pay Rate: $23.12 per hour DOE * There WILL be a 30 Day Job-Performance Evaluation to determine if eligible for a .50 Cent Raise at that time. * There WILL be a 2nd Job Performance Evaluation at 90 Days to determine if eligible for another .50 Cent Raise. #STEUG