HP Fairfield (a member of Alamo Group Inc.) is currently looking for a Yard Receiver/Driver to join its team in Skowhegan, ME!

Position Summary:

​​The overall function of this position is to keep the yard organized and clean, using necessary equipment and to assist with material handling and customer deliveries. ​

Essential Functions of the Job:

​​The duties of this job will include but are not limited to the following:

​YARD WORK

• ​Keeps yard organized and clean using forklift, crane, and/or boom truck.

• ​Cleans snow and debris from yard and parking area.

• ​Mows lawn, trims shrubbery, etc. as necessary to upkeep grounds.

RECEIVING

• ​Verifies specifications of incoming materials or parts with packing list or documentation to ensure receipt of correct part, part numbers, correct quantity and accurately referenced purchase order number.

• ​Unloads freight as necessary, generally inspecting material packaging to ensure it is free of in-transit damage.

• ​Reads work order or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or items to be moved. Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand. Loads materials into vehicles, securing as necessary to prevent shifting or damage in transit.

• ​Conveys material to or from storage or work sites to designated area, using hand truck, dolly, or another device. Secures lifting attachments to materials and conveys load to destination, using crane or hoist.

• ​Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks on cases, containers, etc.

DRIVING

• ​Drives truck with capacity over 26,000 lbs to transport materials to and from specified destinations, plants or offices in Maine or New Hampshire as needed.

• ​Verifies load against shipping papers

• ​Drives truck to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations. Prepares receipts for loads to be picked up.

• ​Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations as well as driving records and other paperwork as needed.

MISCELLANEOUS

• ​Inspects truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water to ensure safety and maintenance of vehicle.

• ​Performs other miscellaneous duties as required by the Branch Manager.

The Ideal Candidate will have/be:

• Ability to perform frequent changes of tasks involving different aptitudes, working conditions, physical demands or degrees of attentiveness without loss of efficiency or composure.

• Self-motivated; able to work without constant supervision.

• Commitment to teamwork.​​

Education and Experience:

​​​High School Diploma or equivalent. CDL license and fork truck experience. ​​

Working Conditions:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Strength Rating: Heavy Work - Exerting 35 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25-35 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10-20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

• Constantly: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, handling, depth perception, and field of vision.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Constant exposure to outside weather conditions, with occasional exposure to vibration, atmospheric conditions, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high, exposed places and exposure to oils and solvents.

How to Apply: Interested individuals should apply for this opportunity through the About section of the HP Fairfield website ( www.hpfairfield.com ).

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Alamo Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing (where permitted by law).