Certified Forklift & Heavy Equipment Operator

Lead Staffing Corporation; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 63,370,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan

Career advancement opportunities

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

LEAD is seeking a reliable Certified Forklift Operator to join our Odessa, TX fabrication team. The role requires operating forklifts and heavy equipment, maintaining safety standards, and supporting shipping and production workflows on a daily basis.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of forklift experience, can pass a background check and drug screening, and can lift up to 50 pounds while working in varying weather conditions. Direct-hire, full-time with weekday schedule.

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Operator Certification (required).
• 2–5 years of forklift and heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience operating multiple types of industrial equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying weather conditions.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety standards.
• Reliable transportation and excellent attendance.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Reliable and able to work locally in the Odessa, TX area.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, loaders, and other heavy equipment.
• Load, unload, move, and stack materials efficiently to support fabrication and shipping needs.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.
• Assist with inventory management and material handling.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work with supervisors and team members to meet production goals.
• Complete required paperwork and equipment inspection reports.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety conscious

OSHA knowledge

Job description

LEAD is seeking a reliable Certified Forklift Operator to join our Odessa, TX fabrication team. The role requires operating forklifts and heavy equipment, maintaining safety standards, and supporting shipping and production workflows on a daily basis.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of forklift experience, can pass a background check and drug screening, and can lift up to 50 pounds while working in varying weather conditions. Direct-hire, full-time with weekday schedule.