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Cherry Picker Operator

Automation Personnel Services
  • Houston, TX
  • $17 Per Hour
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Cherry Picker / Reach Truck Operator
Automation Personnel Services is seeking a professional, customer-focused Cherry Picker / Reach Truck Operator to join our team. The Reach Truck / Cherry Picker Operator is responsible for safely operating powered industrial equipment to move, locate, stack, and stage materials within the warehouse. This role plays a key part in maintaining inventory accuracy and ensuring customer orders are fulfilled efficiently and on time.

Zip Code: 77073

Pay Rate
$17.00 per hour
 
Schedule and Hours
Days:
Monday–Friday: 05:00 AM – 02:30PM (OT available)
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
 
Night:
Monday-Friday: 02:30PM – 01:00AM (OT available)
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Cherry Picker / Reach Truck Operator Duties and Responsibilities
  • Operate reach trucks, cherry pickers, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently. 
  • Pick, pull, stage, and replenish inventory. 
  • Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments. 
  • Perform inventory counts and maintain inventory accuracy. 
  • Use RF scanners and warehouse management systems. 
  • Inspect equipment before each shift and report any safety concerns. 
  • Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines. 
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area. 
  • Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.
 
Cherry Picker / Reach Truck Operator Qualifications and Requirements
  • Previous experience operating a Reach Truck and/or Cherry Picker required. 
  • Ability to pass a forklift equipment evaluation. 
  • Experience using RF scanners preferred. 
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly. 
  • Comfortable working at heights. 
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. 
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality. 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Job Type
Full-time, Temporary to Hire, Permanent 

Benefits 
  • Weekly Pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
  • 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
  • 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.
Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 832.585.5906 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at: 

Automation Personnel Services Houston North Branch
2129 FM 2920
Suite 200
Spring, TX 77388

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
About Automation Personnel Services
 Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
  • 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
  • Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
  • Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
  • Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
  • Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
  • Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
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Equal Opportunity Employer

APSHoustonNorth

Numbers & Facts

LocationHouston, TX
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1990
Websitehttp://www.apstemps.com/

About Company

Automation Personnel Services, Inc. was founded in 1990 in Birmingham, Alabama.

Automation has grown to a national company with offices throughout the United States, including Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Louisiana, Texas and Mississippi.

Automation Personnel Services is the largest independently owned staffing company in Alabama.

Automation is a member of the American Staffing Association and the Alabama Staffing Association.

Skills

  • Automationunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Disability Insuranceunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Life Insuranceunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • OSHAunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Recruiting/Staffing Agencyunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Truck Driverunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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