Forklift Operator – Metal Recycling Yard

Connect Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect Staffing seeks an experienced Forklift Operator for a metal recycling yard in Houston, TX. This hands-on role involves moving heavy materials, staging items, and maintaining yard organization while adhering to safety standards.

Applicants must have forklift operating experience in industrial settings and be bilingual in English and Spanish. Outdoor work, physical stamina, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience in industrial/yard settings.
• Bilingual English and Spanish required.
• Able to perform outdoor physical work and stay productive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move, load, and unload metal materials.
• Stage materials and keep the yard organized.
• Inspect forklift before use and report any issues.
• Assist with general yard tasks as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and communicate clearly with the team.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Forklift operation

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Forklift Operator – Metal Recycling Yard

Location: Houston, TX 77020, near Navigation Boulevard and I-10

Language requirement: Bilingual English and Spanish required

We are seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to work in a busy metal recycling yard. This is a hands-on position that involves moving heavy materials, keeping the yard organized, and working safely around equipment and other employees.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move, load, and unload metal materials.

• Stage materials in designated areas and help keep the yard organized.

• Inspect the forklift before use and report any equipment concerns.

• Assist with general yard work as needed.

• Follow all safety procedures and communicate clearly with the team.

Requirements

• Forklift operating experience in an industrial, warehouse, or yard environment.

• Bilingual English and Spanish required.

• Comfortable working outdoors and performing physical work.

• Able to work safely in a fast-paced environment.