Cylinder Yard Forklift Operator: Safety-Driven & Reliable

RAYMOND MARTIN DATA SYSTEMS; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Educational reimbursement

Paid personal leave

Job summary

RAYMOND MARTIN DATA SYSTEMS in Houma, LA is seeking a hands-on Yard Operator to safely handle, move, and store gas cylinders in an outdoor yard. You will operate a forklift in all weather, load and unload trucks, receive cylinders, and verify labeling and compliance.

This role requires strong safety awareness, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or with a team while meeting productivity and accuracy targets.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required.
• Experience outdoors/yard environment preferred.
• Prior experience handling cylinders or regulated materials is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, moving, and positioning cylinders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must pass a drug screening and background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift outdoors in all weather conditions
• Load and unload trucks with gas cylinders
• Receive incoming cylinders and verify quantities, condition, labeling, and compliance
• Inspect cylinders for accuracy, damage, and regulatory requirements
• Sort, store, and stage cylinders in designated locations
• Accurately pull cylinders for outbound orders and prepare for shipment
• Assist with cylinder inventory control and cycle counts
• Move, organize, and rotate cylinder inventory as required
• Maintain yard cleanliness, organization, and housekeeping standards
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Work cooperatively with drivers, sales, and operations staff
• Perform duties independently while meeting productivity and accuracy expectations

Skills

Forklift operation

Outdoor/yard work

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

RAYMOND MARTIN DATA SYSTEMS in Houma, LA is seeking a hands-on Yard Operator to safely handle, move, and store gas cylinders in an outdoor yard. You will operate a forklift in all weather, load and unload trucks, receive cylinders, and verify labeling and compliance.

This role requires strong safety awareness, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or with a team while meeting productivity and accuracy targets.