Forklift (Cherry Picker) Certification Specialist

Cherry Picker Certification Specialist

(On-Site: Port Deposit, MD)

Location: on-site Port Deposit, MD - Travel is required for this role to our multiple client sites within the surrounding area.

Hours: Monday thru Friday 8am to 5pm

Required: Bilingual English/Spanish OR conversational Spanish will be considered

The Order Selector / Cherry Picker Trainer in Port Deposit, MD will help ensure that our local talent have proper instruction on various forklifts and EPJs. In addition to preparing talent for certifications, the Forklift Instructor will help oversee the performance and safety of Employbridge talent.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Forklift Certification Specialist to lead and facilitate forklift safety training programs and validate operator skills on Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) equipment at our Validation/Career Center locations. In addition to PIT certification, the Specialist will support the upskilling and validation of a variety of skills within the logistics and manufacturing industries we serve. This role involves delivering both classroom and hands-on training for new and experienced PIT operators, assessing operator performance, and ensuring full compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety policies. The ideal candidate will have strong documentation and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI to track, analyze, and report training data.

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Ensure PIT candidates have completed all required assessments per Employbridge standards prior to training and validation.
• Conduct classroom and hands-on forklift safety training for new hires and experienced operators.
• Evaluate candidates through written assessments and practical demonstrations of forklift operation.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date training records, skill evaluations, and site-specific certifications.
• Comply with Employbridge PIT Onboarding Program, OSHA, and internal safety policies and procedures.
• Use tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI to track, analyze, and report training data; identify trends and recommend areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with operations and safety teams to address and resolve forklift-related safety concerns.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for PIT operations and upskilling during client visits and presentations to help secure new business and support client retention and expansion.
• Participate in site safety audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a team-oriented, safety-first culture in the validation center.
• Represent Employbridge virtually and in person, exemplifying our core values, service model, and commitment to safety and development.

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; additional training in occupational safety or PIT instruction is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience operating and/or training others on forklift equipment.
• Train-the-Trainer certification or experience strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of forklift operation, OSHA standards, and safety best practices.

Employbridge offers a competitive base salary plus monthly bonus potential! Additional benefits package for full time colleagues that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision benefits starting on the first of the month following hire date
• 8 Paid Holidays per year
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Wellness Program
• Parental Leave

The EmployBridge Story

EmployBridge is one of the largest light industrial staffing supplier in the United States and a preeminent resource for professional staffing. We offer local expertise and service through our 400+ branches. At EmployBridge, we operate an entire family of specialty staffing companies that include: ResourceMFG, Select Staffing, ProLogistix, ProDrivers, RemX Specialty Staffing, Westaff, and Remedy Intelligent Staffing. To find out more, visit us at www.employbridge.com.

EmployBridge offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical/Dental/Vision, prescription drug benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, a wellness program,and more. We also offer a variety of career paths and encourage promotion from within.

EmployBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.