Yard Forklift Operator

Elevate Human Capital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevate Human Capital is seeking a Yard Forklift Operator in the Houston area on the day shift to support inventory and material handling.

You will operate forklifts, move heavy products, and assist with loading, unloading, and storage. Certification and safety training required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years industry experience preferred.
• 3–5 years for advanced forklift classifications (Category IV or higher).

Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Transport materials and load/unload trucks.
• Move materials indoors and outdoors as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on forklifts.
• Maintain storage racks and material areas.
• Support manufacturing and logistics operations.
• Participate in on-call duties.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Proficiency testing

Education

High school diploma / GED / trade school

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

EHC is seeking a Yard Forklift Operator for a client in the Houston Area.

Day Shift

Pay Rate $17.00

Primary Function

As a Yard Forklift Operator, you will play a key role in supporting inventory and material handling operations by safely operating forklifts and other material-moving equipment. This position is responsible for transporting heavy products, equipment, and materials throughout the facility and yard while supporting manufacturing and logistics activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain required forklift certification.
• Transport full-length pipe and other materials throughout the yard, including loading and unloading trucks.
• Move various types of materials both indoors and outdoors as needed.
• Perform required preventative maintenance and routine inspections on forklifts.
• Maintain pipe storage racks and material storage areas.
• Support manufacturing operations by moving products to required locations.
• Assist with rig preparation and return operations as needed.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities when required.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Tools, Equipment, and Machines

• Forklifts and related material handling equipment.
• Applicable inspection, measuring, and test equipment as required by work instructions and operating procedures.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma, GED, trade school certification, or equivalent literacy skills.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of industry experience required for advanced forklift classifications (Category IV or higher).

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to successfully complete required proficiency testing and training.
• Demonstrated ability to perform essential job duties within 90 days of hire.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and operational efficiency.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Training Requirements

• Company safety training.
• Required reading and familiarization with management system documentation.
• Quality assurance and compliance orientation.
• Formal training on company work instructions and applicable industry standards as outlined in the training matrix.