Stand Up Forklift Operator

Jobandtalent; New Mexico; On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Stable weekly scheduling

Supportive Jobandtalent team

Job summary

Jobandtalent is recruiting for a Stand Up Forklift Operator in Santa Teresa, NM. The role supports a fast-paced distribution facility, requiring safe material handling and accurate workflow.

Shifts run Monday through Saturday, 08:00AM - 05:00PM, with hourly pay of 14.00–15.00 USD. On-site evaluation and safety certification are required, along with reliable transportation to the Santa Teresa site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent stand‑up forklift experience (reach trucks or order pickers).
• Ability to pass on-site practical forklift evaluation and safety certification.
• Able to lift 50-75 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand-up forklifts to move and position materials in the distribution facility.
• Move, stack, stage, and organize shipments from pallets, skids, and trailers.
• Verify product numbers and quantities using RF scanners and warehouse systems.
• Conduct daily pre-operational equipment safety checks and report defects.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace in accordance with safety guidelines.

Skills

Stand-up forklift operation

RF scanners

Warehouse safety awareness

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Stand Up Forklift Operator - Santa Teresa

At Job&Talent, we are recruiting for a Stand Up Forklift Operator to work with a leading logistics company in Santa Teresa. This role is essential for maintaining the efficiency of a fast-paced distribution facility, ensuring that materials are handled safely and accurately.
Shift Patterns

• Monday-Saturday 08:00AM - 5:00PM

Pay Rates

• 14.00 - 15.00 USD hourly

Must-Have Requirements for Stand Up Forklift Operator

• Minimum of 1 year of recent stand-up forklift experience (reach trucks or order pickers).
• Ability to successfully pass an on-site practical forklift evaluation and safety certification.
• Physical capability to stand for long periods and comfortably lift up to 50-75 lbs throughout the shift when necessary.
• Dependable transportation to and from the job site in Santa Teresa, NM.
• Strong situational awareness regarding pedestrians and automated equipment in a high-traffic environment.
• Ability to follow safety rules and operate machinery cautiously.

Desirable Requirements for Stand Up Forklift Operator

• Familiarity with RF scanners and warehouse logistics/supply chain inventory software.
• Basic math and documentation skills for accurate inventory tracking.
• Strong reliability, punctuality, and a collaborative team spirit.

Role for Stand Up Forklift Operator

• Safely and proficiently operate stand-up forklifts to transport materials through narrow aisles.
• Efficiently move, stack, stage, and organize incoming and outgoing product shipments from pallets, skids, and trailers.
• Verify product numbers, quantities, and condition of goods against order documentation utilizing RF scanners and warehouse management systems.
• Conduct mandatory daily pre-operational equipment safety checks and report any defects.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and debris-free work zone to uphold safety guidelines.

Benefits for Stand Up Forklift Operator

• Competitive hourly pay with consistent, stable weekly scheduling.
• Direct access to the supportive Job&Talent team throughout your entire assignment.
• Opportunity for professional development and training in modern logistics systems.
• A workspace that places a high priority on safety, operational excellence, and employee well-being.

Location: Santa Teresa. This position is based in a high-traffic distribution environment.