Forklift Operator, Turnarounds- Variable Hour
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Dec 18, 2025. Refined Technologies • scores C on the Alion truth index.
Description
At Refined Technologies, we believe operating with an eternal purpose fuels excellence. This guides everything we do; it gives us a purpose that is greater than ourselves. RTI is the leader in the chemical cleaning segment of the refining industry, providing proprietary chemistries, processes, and equipment for cleaning and treating units during shutdowns. While focused on clients, we are fueled by our mission to: Honor God Always, Help People Develop, Pursue Excellence, and Earn a Profit.
We are a fast-paced, dynamic, and entrepreneurial-minded organization full of servant-hearted leaders. Want to know more about our culture? Check out the RTI Playbook. If you’re ready for your work to matter, we’re ready to hear from you!
We’re currently growing our team of Artisans with variable hour forklift operators.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform daily pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance checks to ensure safe operating conditions & document according to company policy.
- Safely operate variable-reach and/or rough-terrain straight mast forklifts to move, unload, and load piping, hoses, valves, baskets, and related components.
- Secure loads using appropriate tie-down methods to prevent shifting or damage during transport.
- Adhere to all site-specific protocols, OSHA standards, and company policies 100% of the time.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience in operating forklifts, both variable-reach and/or rough-terrain straight mast.
- Valid Driver’s License and TWIC Card
- Prefer valid forklift certification (non company-specific)
- Familiarity with industrial safety standards, including OSHA regulations and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
- Performs work safely in all settings.
Working Conditions / Physical Demands
- Duration of Workhours During Project Executions:
- Typically, 10-12 continuous hours that may extend up to 16 - 18 hours if an emergent need exists, for up to 14 days in a row.
- Day shift and/or night shift.
- Working Conditions During Project Executions:
- Uneven or unstable ground, and wet, muddy, or slippery surfaces and footings.
- Outside locations in extreme temperatures and weather conditions including wind, rain, snow, and other forms of inclement weather.
- Routine, intermittent exposure to noise more than 85 dBA-TWA.
- Physical Demands:
- Lifting and carrying up to 40lbs., without assistance.
- Standing and walking for up to 12 to 16 hours daily with minimal rest breaks. May exceed 10,000 to 15,000 steps per day.
- Bending and stooping repeatedly and performing task including twisting or turning valves and using wrenches and hand tools.
Travel Requirements
Ability to travel 150 - 200 nights per year to multiple North American markets for supporting a growing list of clients. Out of town assignments can range from 30-45 days in length.
About Refined Technologies
RTI is a global industrial solutions provider delivering value to process facilities through expert-level refinery professionals skilled in operations, engineering, and process supervision. RTI helps those who fuel the world produce energy more effectively by delivering safe, fast, and predictable shutdowns in upstream and downstream facilities through innovative operations teams and revolutionary cleaning technologies.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Applicants for regular U.S. positions must be authorized to work in the United States for Refined Technologies, Inc. without the need for sponsorship of an immigration authorization or visa (e.g., TN, H-1B, or other employment-based immigration authorization or visa).
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.