Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Knoxville, TN is hiring a Forklift Operator for our busy lumber yard. You will safely operate forklifts to load and unload materials and assist with customer orders.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, outdoors, lifting 50+ lbs, and requires reliability, safety focus, and teamwork.

If you have lumber yard experience, you’re a strong fit, and you’ll join a fast-paced operation with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience preferred; lumber yard experience a big plus.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors.
• Safety-focused, detail-oriented, and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to load and unload materials.
• Assist with customer orders and deliveries.
• Maintain organization and safety in the yard.
• Support smooth daily operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety-focused

Outdoor work

Team player

Loading/unloading

Job description

Now Hiring: Forklift Operator – Lumber Yard
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

We’re hiring a Forklift Operator to work in our busy lumber yard. If you’re reliable, safety-focused, and enjoy a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect fit.

What You’ll Do:

• Safely operate forklifts to load and unload materials
• Assist with customer orders and deliveries
• Maintain organization and safety in the yard
• Help keep things running smoothly throughout the day

What You Bring:

• Previous forklift experience (lumber yard experience a big plus!)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors
• Strong attention to safety and detail
• Team-oriented and dependable

Pay: Competitive, based on experience
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM