Crown Reach Truck Operator (2nd shift)

Core Personnel Staffing Services; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Personnel Staffing Services is seeking a skilled Crown Reach Truck Operator for a cold storage facility in Denton, TX. The role involves operating stand-up reach trucks (Crown) to safely maneuver pallets in a freezing environment.

Shifts include 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM and 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday with overtime as needed. Pre-shift inspections and strict safety adherence are required to maintain product integrity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of proven experience operating a stand-up reach truck.
• Direct experience operating Crown stand-up reach forklifts.
• Comfortable working in a cold storage facility (freezing temps).

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up reach trucks (Crown) to move, stack, and stage materials.
• Retrieve pallets from high-bay racking in cold storage.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and verify orders.
• Unload/load refrigerated trailers and stage shipments.
• Perform pre-shift inspections of equipment for freezing temperatures.
• Keep aisles organized and icy debris-free.

Skills

OSHA safety compliance

Order reading

Attention to detail

Tools

Crown reach truck

Job description

Crown Reach Truck Operator – Cold Storage (2nd Shift)

Location: Denton, TX 76207

Pay Rate: $19.50/hr

Shift: 1st and 2nd Shift | 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM and 6am-3pm (Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed)

Environment: COLD Food Storage Warehouse (Freezing Temperatures)

We are looking for a skilled and safety-minded Crown Reach Truck Operator to join our cold logistics team at our Denton food storage facility. In this role, you will be responsible for operating stand-up reach forklifts to safely maneuver, stack, and retrieve pallets from high-bay racking systems within a refrigerated and freezing environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating specific standard equipment and a strong commitment to workplace safety, product accuracy, and working comfortably in extreme cold temperatures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

Equipment Operation: Safely and proficiently operates stand-up reach trucks (specifically Crown models) to navigate narrow aisles and move, stack, and stage materials throughout the freezer and cooler zones.

High-Bay Retrieval: Safely picks and puts away palletized food inventory into high-density, vertical rack locations without causing product or facility damage.

Cold Chain Management: Maintains speed and efficiency to ensure food products remain within required temperature thresholds during transit on the dock.

Loading & Unloading: Efficiently unloads incoming freight from refrigerated trailers and stages outgoing shipments using standard material-handling equipment.

Inventory Management: Verifies order accuracy, cross-checks food product labels against packing slips, and updates transaction logs as required.

Safety & Inspection: Conducts mandatory pre-shift equipment inspections on the reach truck, ensuring battery and hydraulic performance are optimal for freezing temperatures, and reports any concerns immediately.

Warehouse Upkeep: Performs daily housekeeping and organization to keep aisles clear of debris and ice buildup, maintaining a clean and accident-free workspace.

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of proven professional experience operating a stand-up reach truck is required.

Equipment Proficiency: Direct, hands-on experience operating Crown stand-up reach forklift models.

Environment Comfort: Must be comfortable and willing to work the entire shift in a cold storage warehouse facility experiencing freezing temperatures. (Proper thermal personal protective equipment will be required/provided).

Skills

• Strong spatial awareness, depth perception, and a strict commitment to OSHA safety compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, packing slips, and warehouse pick tickets.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure accurate order fulfillment and stock placement.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, adapt to extreme temperature changes, and routinely lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Availability

Must be punctual, reliable, and able to work the full designated shift hours, including required overtime.

Screening

Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and E-Verify screening.