Warehouse Associate- PROPANE FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Warehouse Associate I PROPANE FORKLIFT OPERATOR – 1st Shift Location: Dallas/Garland, TX 75238 Schedule: Monday – Friday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM Overtime: Weekend & OT as needed Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Classification: Full-Time, Hourly/Non-Exempt Department: Warehouse Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor = REQUIRED – MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE OPERATING A SIT-DOWN PROPANE FORKLIFT = Candidates who cannot safely operate a sit-down propane forklift will not be considered. General Description The Warehouse Associate I performs material handling duties to support shipping, receiving, inventory, and production staging. This role requires safe and experienced operation of a sit-down propane forklift, accurate order fulfillment, and compliance with all safety and company procedures. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Safely operate a sit-down propane forklift to move, pull, and receive inventory • Complete required safety training and follow all safety policies • Pull/receive product with accurate counts per work orders • Report product, equipment, or forklift damage immediately • Stage components to support production • Build and wrap pallets using manual or automated shrink equipment • Secure loads using bracing, blocking, and hand/pneumatic tools • Follow process sheets for all shipments (job #, destination, product) • Maintain assigned warehouse areas for cleanliness and organization • Assist with year-end inventory counts (overtime as needed) • Support other departments and warehouse projects as assigned Qualifications – REQUIRED • MUST be able to operate a sit-down propane forklift without assistance • Ability to read/write English and follow written procedures • Basic math skills for counting and measuring • Experience using barcode or inventory systems preferred • Ability to use hand tools (hammer, nail gun, air tools) Physical Requirements • Lift up to 50 lbs regularly • Sit and operate forklift for extended periods • Bend, squat, kneel, reach overhead • Manual dexterity to use tools and equipment • Ability to climb ladders when needed Education & Experience • High School Diploma or GED • 6 months – 2 years warehouse experience REQUIRED • Prior forklift certification preferred Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.