Heavy Forklift Operator - Rigging Experience Outdoor Yard

Givens Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Overtime opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Givens is hiring an experienced Heavy Forklift Operator to join our Packing and Crating division in Chesapeake, VA. This is a hands-on role in an outdoor industrial yard, handling oversized freight, loading and unloading shipping containers, and securing equipment for transportation.

We value candidates with experience operating heavy-capacity forklifts, safe material handling practices, and comfort working with large loads. Rigging experience is a plus and outdoor conditions apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy-capacity forklifts.
• Experience handling oversized, heavy, or industrial freight.
• Rigging and load-securing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with chains, binders, straps, and other cargo-securing equipment.
• Ability to use tape measures, hand tools, and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-capacity industrial forklifts to safely move, load, and position oversized freight.
• Load and unload heavy equipment and materials from shipping containers and other transportation equipment.
• Secure cargo to flat racks and inside open-top containers for export.
• Use chains, binders, straps, and other equipment to secure freight.
• Assist with rigging and positioning large or irregularly shaped loads.
• Operate basic hand and power tools, including saws and nail guns.
• Inspect freight and equipment for safe handling and proper placement.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Follow safety procedures and work instructions.
• Work independently and alongside other team members to complete daily assignments.

Skills

Heavy forklift operation

Rigging experience

Tools

Chains

Binders

Straps

Tape measures

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Givens is hiring an experienced Heavy Forklift Operator to join our Packing and Crating division in Chesapeake, VA. This is a hands-on role in an outdoor industrial yard, handling oversized freight, loading and unloading shipping containers, and securing equipment for transportation.

We value candidates with experience operating heavy-capacity forklifts, safe material handling practices, and comfort working with large loads. Rigging experience is a plus and outdoor conditions apply.