Forklift Operator (Commercial Construction)

Danis; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boot vouchers

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k)

Profit sharing

Bonuses

Job summary

Danis is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator to support daily material handling at our facility. You will load, unload, transport, and store materials, while maintaining accurate inventory and adhering to safety procedures.

The role requires ability to obtain forklift certification, reliable attendance, and the ability to work in a warehouse environment with potential exposure to noise and weather. We value safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience is preferred.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Basic math, inventory, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to read instructions and follow material documentation.
• Strong safety awareness and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and material-handling equipment per policy.
• Load/unload trucks and move materials within facility.
• Maintain accurate inventory and receiving records.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report issues.
• Support general warehouse duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse operations

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Dependability

Job description

Overview

Danis is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Forklift Operator to support daily material handling and inventory activities at our facility. This role is responsible for safely loading, unloading, transporting, storing, and tracking materials while helping maintain an organized, efficient, and safety-conscious work environment. The Forklift Operator plays a key role in ensuring materials are available where needed and that inventory is accurately managed.

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment in accordance with company policies and safety procedures.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and delivery vehicles.
• Move, stage, organize, and store materials throughout the warehouse, yard, and facility.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials and shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory, material movement, and receiving records.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and established operating procedures.
• Assist with inventory counts and material audits as needed.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Support general warehouse, shipping, receiving, and material-handling duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift, warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete required forklift certification and training.
• Basic math, inventory, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions, labels, and material documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable attendance, dependability, and ability to work assigned schedules.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and any other applicable pre-employment requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and climb throughout the workday.
• Frequently enter and exit forklift equipment.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Use hands and fingers to operate controls and handle materials safely.
• Ability to safely operate equipment using vision, hearing, depth perception, and coordination.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.

Work Environment

• Warehouse, manufacturing, storage yard, and loading dock environments.
• Regular exposure to moving equipment, machinery, noise, dust, and temperature fluctuations.
• Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility clothing, and safety footwear as required.

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Danis offers a competitive salary, merit increases, bonus, medical, dental and vision insurances, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k), profit sharing, boot vouchers, prescription safety glasses and more.

EEO Statement

Danis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Danis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

NO AGENCY CALLS OR SUBMISSIONS

Danis does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement will be considered the property of Danis, and no fees will be paid.