Heavy Forklift Operator - Steel

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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