Forklift Operator

Snelling; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Snelling is looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to support a solar panel distribution project in Shreveport, Louisiana. The successful candidate will operate an 8,000 lb. sit-down forklift and handle fragile solar panel crates safely.

This is a temporary full-time position, with work expected to last approximately 5 months across multiple locations. Key responsibilities include unloading, moving, and staging crates, along with basic shipping and receiving tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts, especially 8,000 lb. sit-down models.
• Ability to handle fragile materials with care.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload, move, and stage crates of solar panels.
• Operate an 8,000 lb. sit-down forklift.
• Perform shipping and receiving duties.
• Scan and track inventory using handheld devices.

Job description

Forklift Operator / Shipping & Receiving Associate

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our team for a solar panel distribution project. This position requires operating an 8,000 lb. sit-down forklift with 6-foot forks to safely handle and move solar panel crates.

Position Details

• Approximately 3 months at our primary location
• Approximately 2 months at our Shreveport location
• Temporary full-time project-based assignment

Responsibilities

• Safely unload, move, and stage 8-foot-long crates of solar panels
• Operate an 8,000 lb. sit-down forklift with precision and care
• Handle fragile glass solar panels using slow, controlled movements
• Perform shipping and receiving duties
• Scan and track inventory using handheld scanning devices
• Maintain accurate records and communicate…