Stand Up Forklift Operator

Jobandtalent; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly schedule

Professional development

Safety-focused workplace

Job summary

Jobandtalent in Santa Teresa is hiring a Stand Up Forklift Operator to work in a fast-paced distribution facility. You will operate stand-up forklifts, move and organize shipments, and verify product numbers using RF scanners.

The role requires 1 year of forklift experience, safety certification, the ability to stand long hours and lift up to 75 lbs, and reliable transportation to the site. Shifts run Monday through Saturday, 12 PM–9 PM, with 14.00 USD hourly pay and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of proven experience operating stand-up forklifts (reach trucks or order pickers).
• Ability to pass an on-site practical forklift evaluation and safety certification.
• Physical capability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50–75 lbs.
• Dependable transportation to and from the job site in Santa Teresa, NM.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Safety certification

Physical stamina

Transportation to site

Traffic awareness

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. You will be responsible for the day-to-day material handling inside a fast-paced distribution facility, ensuring efficiency and safety in all operations.

Shift Patterns

• Monday to Saturday 12 PM to 9:00 PM

Pay Rates

• 14.00 USD hourly

Must-Have Requirements for Stand Up Forklift Operator

• Minimum of 1 year of proven experience operating stand-up forklifts (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.

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.
• Verify product numbers, quantities, and condition of goods against order documentation utilizing RF scanners.
• 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. The position is based in a high-traffic distribution facility.

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for Stand Up Forklift Operator jobs in Santa Teresa. Sign your contract with Job&Talent for some great working benefits and professional stability.