Material Handler

Augment Professional Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Augment Professional Services, a technical project services firm, is seeking a Material Handler in Houston, TX to support movement, storage, and staging of materials for industrial and infrastructure projects. The role requires physical stamina, a strong safety mindset, and coordination with procurement, logistics, and construction teams.

The position offers project-based or long-term placement opportunities with competitive hourly pay and access to benefits for eligible employees, including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of material handling, warehousing, or logistics experience.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in indoor/outdoor industrial environments.
• Familiarity with basic inventory practices and material tracking.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment (certification preferred).

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, or by hand.
• Verify incoming shipments against packing slips and document discrepancies.
• Organize and stage materials for construction crews or fabrication teams.
• Maintain clean and orderly storage areas and laydown yards.
• Assist with inventory counts, labeling, and documentation.
• Ensure materials are stored and handled in compliance with safety standards.
• Deliver tools and materials to various departments or site locations.
• Operate equipment safely and report safety or maintenance issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Physical stamina

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Location: Houston, TX 77043

Salary Range: $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Keep Projects Moving as a Material Handler

Do you take pride in being reliable, organized, and safety-minded? As a Material Handler with APS, you'll support the movement, storage, and staging of materials critical to the success of industrial and infrastructure projects. From laydown yards to warehouses, your attention to detail and physical readiness will ensure job sites are supplied and running efficiently.

About Augment Professional Services

Augment Professional Services is a technical project services firm with deep expertise in the Technology, Energy, and Major Capital Construction industries. We provide skilled professionals to support field operations, logistics, and material control functions across demanding project environments where accuracy, safety, and efficiency are critical.

Role Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for receiving, organizing, tracking, and transporting materials and equipment across project sites or warehouses. This role requires physical stamina, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work in coordination with procurement, logistics, and construction teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, or by hand


• Verify incoming shipments against packing slips and document discrepancies


• Organize and stage materials for construction crews or fabrication teams


• Maintain clean and orderly storage areas and laydown yards


• Assist with inventory counts, labeling, and documentation


• Ensure all materials are stored and handled in compliance with safety and quality standards


• Deliver tools, supplies, and materials to various departments or site locations


• Operate equipment safely and report any maintenance or safety issues

QualificationsRequirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred


• 1-3 years of experience in material handling, warehousing, or logistics roles


• Familiarity with basic inventory practices and material tracking


• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment (valid certification preferred)


• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in indoor/outdoor industrial environments


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices


• Reliable transportation and punctuality are a must

Nice to Have

• Experience in construction, energy, or heavy industrial job sites


• Forklift certification (OSHA or client-specific)


• Basic computer/data entry skills for inventory systems or shipping/receiving logs


• Bilingual (English/Spanish) may be beneficial on certain projects

What You Can Expect

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and assignment


• Project-based or long-term placement opportunities


• Access to benefits for eligible employees (medical, dental, vision, etc.)


• Team-based environment focused on execution, safety, and reliability


• Ongoing support from APS field operations and logistics coordinators