Rough Terrain Forklift Operator

Rough Terrain Forklift Operator needed to safely operate equipment in Charlottesville and Shenandoah Valley. Requires certification and experience with rough terrain forklifts.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeCharlottesville • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $23 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Safely operate rough terrain type forklift depending on the requirements of the job site.
Operate the equipment per its operating manual and within its limitations.
Adhere to company safety policies.
Heavy lifting, endurance, hand-eye coordination and the ability concentrate on tasks.
Monitor gauges and record information as needed.
Know the type of product, the source, and all the handling procedures involved in each processing procedure.
Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the job site.
Maintain general housekeeping of production areas.
Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments and peers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have Rough Terrain Forklift Operator Experience (this is not a warehouse forklift)
Must possess a current (unexpired) Rough Terrain Forklift Operator's Certification, or be able to successfully complete certification prior to operating equipment (conditions apply).
Must be able to climb on/off the forklift numerous times during the shift, visually monitor the modules for needed repair.
Must be able to operate forklift on rough terrain safely, outside in noisy, wet surfaces, with various hazards and other moving equipment and personnel.
Must professionally communicate with co-workers and ensure each other's safety.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance: After 60 days, full-time employees are eligible for Health Insurance (M3, Inc. pays 60% of the medical premium).
Dental and Vision benefits are also available at very affordable rates.
Supplemental Benefits: 100% employer paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance after 60 days of full-time employment.
Paid Holidays: After 90 days, full-time employees receive 6 paid Holidays: Memorial Day; Independence Day; Labor Day; Thanksgiving Day; Christmas Day; and New Year's Day.
Flexible Paid Time Off: After one year of employment, we offer 40 hours of flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) to full-time employees.
Weekly Pay & Direct Deposit: Get paid each week via Direct Deposit!

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Hard Skills & Tools

Forklift OperationHeavy LiftingGauges MonitoringTask ConcentrationProduct Handling Procedures

Soft Skills

Cooperative Working RelationshipsProfessional Communication

Certifications

Rough Terrain Forklift Operator's Certification