Propane Forklift/Warehouse Associate

Nesco Resource; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dallas is seeking a reliable Warehouse Associate to operate a propane forklift and manage inventory. This full-time, contract-to-hire position offers potential for permanent employment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Experience or training in safe forklift operation.
• 6 months to 2 years of relevant warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a propane forklift and handle inventory.
• Pull orders and receive products according to work orders.
• Assist production with staging components and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Forklift Operation

English

Math Skills

Inventory Systems

Record-Keeping

Hand Tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate – Propane Forklift Driver (Full-Time, Contract to Hire)

Location:Garland, TX 75238

Schedule:1st Shift | Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Position Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and safety-consciousWarehouse Associateto join our team on acontract-to-hirebasis. This role involves operating a propane-powered forklift, handling inventory, supporting production, and ensuring accurate and timely shipments and receipts. Upon successful completion of the contract period, there is potential for permanent employment.

Key Responsibilities:

Forklift Operation:

• Safely operate a propane forklift at all times.

• Pull and receive inventory into/from specific warehouse locations.

• Handle inventory accurately, maintaining proper counts.

• Report product, equipment, or forklift damage immediately to the supervisor.

Shipping, Receiving & Inventory:

• Pull orders and receive products according to work orders and instructions.

• Secure products using shrink wrap (manual or automated).

• Brace and block shipments using hand or pneumatic tools.

• Follow detailed process sheets for international shipments.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in assigned warehouse aisles.

• Participate in year-end inventory counts; overtime may be required.

Support Duties:

• Assist production with staging components.

• Deliver/move items for the front office as requested.

• Assist other departments and participate in warehouse rack or beam replacement as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience or training in safe forklift operation.

• Ability to read and write in English to follow instructions and procedures.

• Strong math skills for accurate measuring and counting.

• Familiarity with automated inventory systems (barcode scanning).

• Accurate, legible record-keeping.

• Ability to use hand tools (e.g., hammers, nails, air hoses) for bracing loads.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

• Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.

• Fit safely into and operate a forklift using gears and controls.

• Sit, stand, lift, and remain active for long periods.

• Bend, squat, kneel, balance, turn, stoop, reach forward and overhead.

• Able to climb ladders when necessary.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• 6 months to 2 years of relevant warehouse experience.

• Prior warehouse safety training preferred.

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