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Forklift Operator | Third Shift
Job Description
Drive innovation from the driver's seat by operating forklifts in a hands-on testing environment where your precision, safety focus, and attention to detail help support the development of next-generation equipment.
SALARY: $23.50/hr
LOCATION: Fairview, OR
SCHEDULE: Third Shift; Full-time | Sun-Thurs – 11:00pm-7:00am
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE
Gain hands-on experience operating forklifts in a dynamic testing environment that supports cutting-edge engineering and product development.
Work alongside skilled technicians and engineers, playing a key role in collecting accurate test data that drives innovation.
Build valuable technical skills through equipment operation, vehicle testing, documentation, and basic maintenance responsibilities.
Join a safety-focused, collaborative team where your attention to detail, reliability, and operational expertise make a meaningful impact every day.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Operate forklifts by following designated course maps, testing procedures, and operating instructions while ensuring safe and efficient vehicle operation.
Record accurate, detailed, and legible test logs documenting observations, equipment performance, and events for technicians and engineers.
Perform basic vehicle and facility maintenance tasks as assigned while maintaining equipment readiness and a clean work environment.
Adhere to all safety protocols and follow written and verbal instructions to support daily testing operations.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Proficient in safely operating forklifts and heavy equipment while navigating designated routes and following detailed operating instructions.
Strong written communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate, organized, and legible logs documenting test results and observations.
Knowledge of workplace safety standards, basic vehicle and facility maintenance, and strict adherence to established procedures.
Excellent multitasking abilities, capable of coordinating multiple hand and foot controls while following written and verbal instructions in a fast-paced environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb in and out of forklifts, and use multiple hand and foot controls for extended periods while safely performing job duties in an active work environment. This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work both indoors and outdoors as needed.
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: 503-427-2100
Meet Your Recruiter
Senior Recruiter
Maricela Avelar is a Senior Recruiter with NW Staffing Resources based in the Portland office. She specializes in matching talented candidates with employers across industries including Administrative, Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Accounting, Human Resources, and Legal 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/he 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.
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