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Heavy Forklift Operator - Steel
Job Description
Command the Yard: Heavy-Duty Forklift Operator Wanted (Up to 18-Ton Capacity!)
Do you have master-level control behind the wheel of high-capacity industrial lift trucks? American Workforce Group has partnered with a premier steel facility in Cowlitz County to hire a full-time, swing shift Heavy Forklift Operator. Secure a dependable Monday-Friday schedule, premium hourly pay up to $26/hr, and a stable path to a permanent local career!
Description for Heavy Forklift Operator:
- Operate heavy-duty industrial forklifts rated up to 18 tons safely within a fast-paced steel yard.
- Load, unload, and stage exceptionally long and heavy structural steel beams and plates.
- Maneuver high-capacity freight smoothly near active fabrication lines and shipping docks.
- Coordinate loading efforts with crane operators and execute vehicle pre-operation safety checks.
- Maintain high situational awareness and follow all core plant safety guidelines strictly.
Details for Heavy Forklift Operator:
- Pay Range: $20.00 – $26.00 / hour (DOE).
- Schedule: Monday – Friday | Swing Shift: 5:30 PM – 2:00 AM.
- Location: Cowlitz County facility.
- Position Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire.
Requirements for Heavy Forklift Operator:
- Prior verifiable experience operating large, high-capacity forklifts (up to 18 tons) required.
- Proven background handling long, heavy industrial products safely in a warehouse or mill.
- Ability to handle heavy manual shop labor and lift 50–75 lbs without assistance.
- Must supply and wear steel-toed boots daily on the active production floor.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
To apply:
Email: cowlitzjobs@americanworkforcegroup.com
Call: (360) 200-4900
Office Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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