Steel Yard Forklift Operator

Patriot Trinity, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

HSA

PTO

Life & Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Gym membership support

EAP services

Job summary

Patriot Erectors in Texas is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely move structural materials in the fabrication shop and laydown yard. You will support production, shipping/receiving, and storage operations while maintaining a clean, hazard-free environment.

The role requires 1–3 years in warehouse or steel environments, a valid forklift certification, and the ability to read work orders and load tags. OSHA-10 certification and experience with multiple material-handling machines are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–3 years of experience in receiving, warehouse, or materials management, preferably in steel fabrication or industrial environments.
• Minimum 1 year forklift operating experience in heavy industrial, steel, or construction environments.
• Valid forklift certification (or ability to obtain before start).
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, load charts, and material tags.
• Knowledge of safe rigging and load-handling practices for steel products.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, side-loaders, and other equipment to handle steel products.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers with proper weight distribution.
• Transport materials between shop, yard, and staging areas per work orders.
• Stack, store, and stage steel in designated locations using safe rigging techniques.
• Organize laydown yard and assist in delivery to fabrication stations as scheduled.
• Maintain clean, hazard-free work areas and report any safety issues.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

OSHA-10

Job description

Patriot Erectors in Texas is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely move structural materials in the fabrication shop and laydown yard. You will support production, shipping/receiving, and storage operations while maintaining a clean, hazard-free environment.

The role requires 1–3 years in warehouse or steel environments, a valid forklift certification, and the ability to read work orders and load tags. OSHA-10 certification and experience with multiple material-handling machines are preferred.