SmartTrades, LLC is hiring: Forklift Operator in Haltom City

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, or specialty forklifts) to handle and transport steel materials.
• Load and unload steel products from trucks, railcars, and storage racks.
• Secure loads using chains, straps, or other approved methods to prevent shifting or damage.
• Inspect the forklift before each shift, checking brakes, steering, lift mechanisms, and safety devices.
• Read and interpret work orders, shipping manifests, and inventory instructions.
• Stage and organize materials in designated areas for production or shipment.
• Communicate with team members and spotters to ensure safe movements in tight or high-traffic areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas to ensure safe forklift operation.
• Report any damage to materials, equipment, or facilities immediately to a supervisor.
• Follow all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven forklift operation experience, preferably in the steel industry or other heavy industrial environments.
• Current forklift certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in hot, cold, and outdoor environments.
• Strong attention to safety and situational awareness.
• Ability to read measurements, understand steel product types, and follow layout or stacking requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience handling long, heavy, or irregular steel loads.
• Ability to operate additional equipment such as overhead cranes or side-loaders.
• Knowledge of yard management systems or inventory tracking software.

Safety Emphasis

Steel handling requires extreme attention to safety. The Forklift Operator must continuously operate at safe speeds, maintain awareness of the surroundings, and communicate clearly with ground personnel to avoid accidents.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Construction

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