Forklift Operator/ Material Handler

TempWorks Software Incorporated; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

1 Resource Group is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Humble, TX to support a fast-paced warehouse operation.

You will safely operate 15,000-lb capacity forklifts and move large, heavy, and fragile equipment with precision, following OSHA guidelines and company safety policies. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for keeping loads stable and operations efficient.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse and material-handling experience.
• Proven forklift operating experience.
• Experience operating 15,000-lb forklifts strongly preferred.
• Experience handling large, oversized, heavy, or fragile equipment.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks and trailers.
• Ability to safely maneuver equipment in warehouse, dock, and staging areas.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate 15,000-lb. capacity forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers safely and accurately.
• Transport, position, and stage large, heavy, and fragile equipment while preventing damage.
• Properly secure and stabilize loads before movement.
• Move and organize materials throughout the warehouse and staging areas.
• Receive incoming materials and verify quantities and condition.
• Pick, stage, and prepare materials and equipment for shipment.
• Assist with shipping and receiving operations.
• Inspect forklifts and material-handling equipment before and after use.
• Immediately report equipment damage, safety concerns, or maintenance needs.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing equipment for visible damage or discrepancies.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Assist with additional warehouse and material-handling duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Safety compliance

Job description

Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Location: Humble, TX
Company: 1 Resource Group
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

1 Resource Group is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator / Material Handler for a fast-paced warehouse operation in Humble, TX.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience operating15,000-pound capacity forklifts and safely movinglarge, heavy, and fragile equipment. This position requires an experienced operator who understands that moving oversized or high-value equipment takes more than basic forklift skills—it requires precision, excellent judgment, and a strong commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate15,000-lb. capacity forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers safely and accurately.
• Transport, position, and stagelarge, heavy, and fragile equipment while preventing damage.
• Properly secure and stabilize loads before movement.
• Move and organize materials throughout the warehouse and staging areas.
• Receive incoming materials and verify quantities and condition.
• Pick, stage, and prepare materials and equipment for shipment.
• Assist with shipping and receiving operations.
• Inspect forklifts and material-handling equipment before and after use.
• Immediately report equipment damage, safety concerns, or maintenance needs.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing equipment for visible damage or discrepancies.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Assist with additional warehouse and material-handling duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Previouswarehouse and material-handling experience.
• Proven forklift operating experience.
• Experience operating 15,000-lb. capacity forklifts strongly preferred.
• Experience handlinglarge, oversized, heavy, or fragile equipment.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks and trailers.
• Ability to safely maneuver equipment in warehouse, dock, and staging areas.
• Strong understanding of load stability, weight distribution, and safe material-handling practices.
• Ability to perform daily forklift inspections and identify potential safety or maintenance issues.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to preventing equipment damage.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, push, and pull throughout the workday.
• Ability to regularly lift and move materials weighing up to50 lbs.
• Ability to safely climb on and off forklift equipment throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in an active warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for anexperienced forklift operator—not an entry-level operator. Candidates should be confident handling larger-capacity forklifts and understand the care required when movingheavy, fragile, and high-value equipment.

Safety, accuracy, and damage prevention are critical to this position.

If you have experience operating heavy-capacity forklifts and take pride in moving equipmentsafely and correctly the first time, we want to hear from you.