Heavy Forklift Operator

Logistics Plus, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Logistics Plus, Inc. is seeking an experienced Heavy Forklift Operator to safely handle oversized, heavy, and specialized industrial cargo.

This role requires operating large-capacity forklifts and maintaining strict safety standards during lifts. You will read load diagrams and shipping documents, assess weight distribution, and ensure proper rigging and secure transport of complex freight in a dynamic logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy forklifts or similar material-handling equipment.
• Experience handling oversized, irregular, or high-value freight.
• Strong understanding of load balance, weight distribution, lift points, and safe lifting practices.
• Ability to read diagrams, load plans, and handling instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, attention to detail, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-capacity forklifts, including large Hyster and other heavy-lift equipment.
• Load, unload, move, and position oversized and specialized cargo.
• Assess loads for weight distribution, center of gravity, lift points, and safe handling methods.
• Read and interpret load diagrams, handling instructions, and shipping documentation.
• Safely secure and transport cargo using approved material-handling techniques.
• Perform equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all company safety policies and operating procedures.

Skills

Heavy forklift operation

Load handling of oversized cargo

Safety-first mindset

Read diagrams / load plans

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Tools

Hyster forklifts

Job description

Heavy Forklift Operator

Logistics Plus is seeking an experienced Heavy Forklift Operator to safely handle oversized, heavy, and specialized industrial cargo. This is not a traditional warehouse forklift position. The ideal candidate has experience operating large-capacity forklifts, understands load balance and center of gravity, and takes a safety-first approach to every lift.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate high-capacity forklifts, including large Hyster and other heavy-lift equipment.
• Load, unload, move, and position oversized and specialized cargo.
• Assess loads for weight distribution, center of gravity, lift points, and safe handling methods.
• Read and interpret load diagrams, handling instructions, and shipping documentation.
• Safely secure and transport cargo using approved material-handling techniques.
• Perform equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow all company safety policies and operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy forklifts or similar material-handling equipment.
• Experience handling oversized, irregular, or high-value freight.
• Strong understanding of load balance, weight distribution, lift points, and safe lifting practices.
• Ability to read diagrams, load plans, and handling instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, attention to detail, and sound judgment.

Preferred Experience

• Hyster heavy forklift experience.
• Industrial, manufacturing, construction, project cargo, or heavy logistics environments.
• Experience handling transformers, electrical equipment, generators, machinery, or other large industrial components.

What We're Looking For

The right candidate understands that one wrong move can result in significant cargo damage, equipment damage, or injury. We're looking for someone who prioritizes safety, uses common sense, thinks ahead, and takes pride in handling complex freight with skill and precision.