Forklift Driver - Stand Up / High Reach / Double Fork

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Fairfield, CA is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator who can handle High Reach and Stand-Up forklifts in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

You will move, stack, and retrieve inventory at height, use RF scanners, and follow OSHA safety standards. The role requires a safety-focused mindset and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of High Reach and Stand-Up forklift experience.
• Forklift certification preferred (or able to certify onsite).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong safety record and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate High Reach and Stand-Up forklifts to move, stage, and store products.
• Safely retrieve and place inventory in racking systems at elevated heights.
• Load and unload materials from pallets, racks, trailers, and staging areas.
• Verify product accuracy using RF scanners, pick lists, or work orders.
• Maintain proper inventory placement and organization within the warehouse.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and report mechanical issues.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and always company policies.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.

Skills

High Reach forklift

Stand-Up forklift

Tools

RF scanners

WMS systems

Job description

Fairfield CA

$21.50 - $22.50

Day Shift / Swing Shift

Forklift Operator (High Reach / Stand-Up)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator with a strong background operating High Reach and Stand-Up forklifts in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment. This role requires precision, safety awareness, and the ability to work at heights while handling inventory efficiently and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate High Reach and Stand-Up forklifts to move, stage, and store products
• Safely retrieve and place inventory in racking systems at elevated heights
• Load and unload materials from pallets, racks, trailers, and staging areas
• Verify product accuracy using RF scanners, pick lists, or work orders
• Maintain proper inventory placement and organization within the warehouse
• Perform daily forklift inspections and report mechanical issues
• Follow OSHA safety standards and always company policies
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent High Reach and Stand-Up forklift experience
• Proven ability to work at heights and in narrow aisles
• Forklift certification preferred (or able to certify onsite)
• Strong safety record and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Preferred Skills

• Experience of using RF scanners or WMS systems
• Distribution center or high-volume warehouse experience
• Cherry picker or additional equipment experience
• Shipping, receiving, or order-picking background

Work Environment

• Warehouse/distribution center setting
• Work performed at heights and in narrow aisles
• Climate may vary depending on facility
• PPE required (safety shoes, vest, etc.)

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