Forklift - Yard

The Brock Group Inc; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brock Group in Baton Rouge is seeking a qualified Forklift Operator to support scaffold yard operations. You will move, load, unload and stage materials safely, conduct routine forklift inspections, and maintain accurate inventory records in a fast-paced construction setting.

Applicants should have a valid forklift certification (or the ability to obtain one) and prior experience in industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
• Experience operating forklifts in construction, scaffolding, yard, or industrial environments preferred
• Ability to read and understand specifications, such as blueprints
• Strong safety awareness and attentiveness to detail

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment to load, unload, move, and stage scaffolding materials, components, and accessories
• Verify product quantities, inspect materials for damage, and report discrepancies
• Maintain accurate inventory records and follow proper documentation procedures
• Perform routine forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Follow OSHA regulations and site‑specific safety policies
• Communicate effectively with yard supervisors, drivers, and field crews to support daily operations

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Reading blueprints

Education

Forklift certification

Job description

US:LA:Baton Rouge | Operations Excellence | Full Time

Posted 7 days ago

Description

The Brock Group provides specialty craft and maintenance services to key industries across North America. We are dedicated to offering the safest and highest quality service and solutions. We view ourselves as partners with our customers, our employees and the communities in which we operate. Our performance-driven culture is led by having and developing the best people, the most efficient processes and the right tools for the job.

Qualifications and Detail about the Position

Broad Function

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating forklifts and related equipment to move, locate, load, and unload scaffolding materials and related equipment within a yard or jobsite. This position supports daily operations by ensuring accurate material handling, inventory control, and adherence to safety standards.

Essential Functions

• Promote, demonstrate and instill Brock’s Bsafe and Bbest culture in all aspects of the business
• Safely operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment to load, unload, move, and stage scaffolding materials, components, and accessories
• Load, unload, move, stack, and store materials in designated areas
• Handle oversized, heavy, and irregular loads including frames, planks, systems scaffolding, shoring, and access equipment safely and according to operational procedures
• Verify product quantities, inspect materials for damage, and report discrepancies
• Maintain accurate inventory records, and follow proper documentation procedures
• Perform routine forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns
• Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and site‑specific requirements
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Communicate effectively with yard supervisors, drivers, and field crews to support daily operations
• Assist with other site tasks as needed

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet and maintain customer requirements for site access
• Work in an indoor and outdoor environment including field, yard, shop locations, and office
• Necessary Personal Protective Equipment is required.
• Travel as required
• Working at heights
• Must be able to work in all types of environments, extreme heat or cold
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Must have required tools
• Must have transportation to and from the work location

Skills & Abilities

• Able to effectively communicate with other employees and supervision
• Meet customer language comprehension requirements for site safety standards
• Ability to read and understand specifications, such as blueprints, to determine requirements

Education & Experience

• Valid forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
• Experience operating forklifts in a construction, scaffolding, yard, or industrial environment preferred
• Familiarity with handling long, heavy, or unstable loads
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail

Location Information

Scaffold Yard - Baton Rouge

Location of Job

US:LA:Baton Rouge

Shift

Exempt: No

Work Type: Full Time

Working Conditions

• ORIENTATION - Must be able to successfully pass Brock and/or Safety Council Site Specific Orientation requirements.
• HEAVY WORK - Lifting up to 50 pounds of force from the floor to the waist and 35 pounds of force from the waist to above shoulder.
• CLIMBING - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and the like, to elevations in excess of 100 feet, to maintain three‑point contact at all times.
• LADDERS - Using vertical ladders Frequently up to 100 feet - Activity exists up to 60% of the work shift.
• STAIRS & RAMPS - Using stairs or ramps: Occasionally up to 100 feet - Activity exists up to 40% of the work shift.
• BALANCING - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, on unprotected elevated surfaces using fall protection equipment; or maintaining body equilibrium when performing scaffold construction at elevations using fall protection equipment. Frequently - Activity exists up to 60% of the work shift.
• STOOPING - Bending body downward and forward by bending at the waist, requiring full use of the leg and back muscles on a repetitive basis. Frequently - Activity exists up to 60% of the work shift.
• KNEELING - Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. Occasional - Activity exists up to 40% of the work shift.
• CROUCHING - Bending the body downward and forward by bending legs and waist. Frequently - Activity exists up to 60% of the work shift.
• REACHING - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in order to receive materials from ground level weighing up to 50 pounds as it is being passed and 35 pounds from overhead. Frequently - Activity exists up to 60% of the work shift.
• GRIPPING - Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands to receive materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling. Frequently - Activity exists up to 60% of the work shift.
• VISION - Have 20/40 vision with or without correction in at least one eye.
• HEARING - Must be able to hear a forced whispered voice in one ear, the better ear, at not less than five feet with or without the use of a hearing aid.
• WEATHER EXPOSURE - Exposure to outside atmospheric conditions. Conditions can range from -10 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Constantly - Condition exists in excess of 60% of the work shift.
• PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT - Must be able to properly do all required personal protective equipment for the requirements of the job for up to the entire work shift.
• INSULATION TOOLS - Use Insulation tools commonly associated with type or work.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.