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Forklift Operator (Full-Size / Heavy Equipment)
Job Description
Steady daytime hours and top-tier pay for an experienced operator ready to run a full-size forklift.
SALARY: $21.00 – $24.00 per hour
LOCATION: TUALATIN, OR
SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Temporary/Temp-to-Hire, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE
- Real Equipment, Real Skill: Run a 30,000 lb full-size forklift, heavy equipment work, not a pallet jack.
- Predictable Hours: 8:30am - 5pm Monday to Friday
- Competitive Pay: $22–$24 per hour based on experience.
- Steady Work: Consistent, full-time hours moving material for an active operation.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Safely operate a 30,000 lb full-size forklift throughout the facility and yard
- Move, lift, and position large beams of steel with precision and control
- Apply strong spatial awareness when maneuvering long, full-size beams in confined or high-traffic areas
- Transport and unload raw materials from incoming shipments
- Load outgoing materials onto flatbed trucks in a safe and organized manner
- Inspect forklift and material-handling equipment before use and report any mechanical issues
- Follow all facility safety protocols, including proper rigging, banding, and load-securement practices
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, including staging and storage locations for materials
- Communicate effectively with warehouse, shipping, and receiving team members to coordinate material flow
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Prior experience operating a full-size (30,000 lb capacity or greater) forklift required
- Current forklift certification preferred; willingness to certify may be considered
- Experience handling steel, beams, or other long/oversized materials strongly preferred
- Strong spatial awareness and depth perception for maneuvering large loads safely
- Ability to read basic labels, packing slips, and shipping documents
- Dependable, safety-focused, and able to work well independently and as part of a team
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Position requires safely operating heavy equipment and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. in a warehouse/manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and varying temperatures.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
This position is offered through NW Staffing Resources. Simply select 'Apply Online' at the top of the post to submit your application. If you'd like more information about this role or others within the industries we serve, we'd love to connect. Partner with a recruiter who will advocate for your goals, provide insight into the local market, and help you find the right fit. Call or text us directly for confidential consideration at:916-993-4182
Meet Your Recruiter
Recruiter
Debbie Kemper is a Recruiter with NW Staffing Resources based in the Sacramento office. She specialize in matching talented candidates with employers across industries including Administrative, Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Human Resources, Legal and Dental Support.
Her recruiting approach focuses on communication, responsiveness, and consistency. By taking time to understand both employer needs and candidate goals, he/she helps create long-term successful matches rather than simply filling positions.
As part of NW Staffing Resources, founded in Portland in 1985, she supports temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements throughout the Pacific Northwest. NW Staffing has earned ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent Awards annually since 2017 and has been recognized as one of Oregon's Top 100 Companies to Work For.
Whether assisting a candidate with a career change or helping a client solve a hiring challenge, she is committed to delivering a positive staffing experience built on trust, professionalism, and results.
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