Forklift Operator - North Houston, TX

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator for their North Houston facility. The role involves safe and efficient transfer of various commodities, with responsibilities including loading/unloading and inventory support. Join a company valuing safety, integrity, and teamwork, with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Extended medical benefits

Opportunity for overtime

Growth potential and career advancement

On-site training

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience.
• Knowledge of lumber or transload industry preferred.
• Experience with loading/unloading commodities is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to handle weights up to 23,000lbs.
• Load and unload products from railcars and trucks.
• Support inventory control and document transactions.

Skills

Safety mindset

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

In business since 1919 and still growing! Arrow is a diversified transportation, logistics, and materials handling company with operations throughout Canada and the U.S.

Arrow is a leader in Reload Operations, partnering with Class 1 railways in the U.S. to inventory and transfer product between truck, rail and container shipping to for delivery to satisfied customers.

We are looking for an experienced Forklift Operator to join our reload team in North Houston, TX.

Great people work here!

For more information please visit Arrow Careers

We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Extended Medical Benefits including dental, pharmaceutical and more!
• Shift: 40hours/week; flexibility required on days worked
• Opportunity for overtime
• Competitive Vacation Policy
• Year-round work
• On-site training
• Growth potential and career advancement opportunities

As advocates of equal opportunity, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.

Responsibilities

Lumber, steel, liquid, dry bulk and other commodities arrive at the facility by truck or rail. We are looking for a Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently transfer these commodities to truck, rail or container for furtherance. Responsibilities include:

• Operate forklifts to handle various weight capacities (up to 23,000lbs).
• Loading and unloading product from railcars and trucks.
• Support inventory control (inbound/outbound/on ground) and accurately document.
• Ability to prepare load plans for railcar, truck and/or container.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment.
• Inspect and verify product condition to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures.
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.

You Possess

• A minimum of 2 years relevant forklift and/or other transload equipment experience
• Knowledge and experience working in the lumber or transload industry is an asset
• Experience loading and unloading commodities from trucks or railcars is an asset
• A positive attitude
• A strong safety mindset
• Solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Embody Arrow's values: Safety, Integrity, Responsibility, Quality, Teamwork and Fun!