Outdoor Heavy Forklift Operator – Steel Yard

JGM; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vision & Dental

Paid time off

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability

Employee assistance

Referral program

Training support

Free lunch

Overtime

Career growth

PPE provided

Job summary

JGM is seeking an experienced Industrial Forklift Operator for our outdoor fabrication yard in Coatesville, PA. You will operate heavy-capacity forklifts to load, unload, and transport steel and materials in all weather.

This full-time, first-shift role requires 2+ years forklift experience, safety focus, OSHA 10 training (or willing to obtain), and a high school diploma or GED. We offer comprehensive benefits and steady year-round work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of forklift experience, ideally with 10,000+ lb capacity and moving oversized loads.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions in a heavy industrial yard.
• Strong safety mindset and proper PPE usage at all times.
• Willingness to complete OSHA 10 training on hire.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Reliable, self-motivated and able to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-capacity forklifts outdoors to load, unload, and transport steel and materials.
• Sort, stage, and organize cargo to support production flow.
• Position and stack loads accurately in tight or high-traffic areas.
• Move materials between storage, staging, and production zones.
• Load/unload trucks and verify materials against paperwork.
• Label and track materials for easy identification.
• Perform pre- and post-shift inspections and report issues.
• Follow work orders and verbal instructions on schedule.
• Remain vigilant for hazards around equipment and personnel.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safety mindset

OSHA 10 training

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JGM is seeking an experienced Industrial Forklift Operator for our outdoor fabrication yard in Coatesville, PA. You will operate heavy-capacity forklifts to load, unload, and transport steel and materials in all weather.

This full-time, first-shift role requires 2+ years forklift experience, safety focus, OSHA 10 training (or willing to obtain), and a high school diploma or GED. We offer comprehensive benefits and steady year-round work.