Job Description

Telehandler / Forklift Operator – Structural Steel Yard

Location: Cocoa Beach, FL

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Shift: 1st Shift

Starting Pay: $22.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience, up to $25.00/hour.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Telehandler / Forklift Operator to move, organize, and stage structural steel materials in a fabrication yard. This role supports production and shipping by ensuring steel components are handled safely and delivered to the correct locations.

Responsibilities

• Operate telehandlers and forklifts to move, stage, and load or unload structural steel, including I-beams, columns, plates, and fabricated components.
• Organize yard inventory and stage materials for fabrication, shipping, and erection schedules.
• Read shop drawings, pick lists, and material tags to identify steel components accurately.
• Load trucks, secure materials, and coordinate with drivers and shop personnel.
• Complete routine equipment inspections, perform basic maintenance, and report mechanical or safety concerns.
• Follow OSHA safety standards, proper rigging procedures, and safe material-handling practices.

Qualifications

• Experience operating telehandlers, forklifts, or similar heavy equipment in a steel yard or construction setting.
• Ability to handle large structural steel members safely.
• Basic blueprint, shop drawing, or material tag reading skills preferred.
• Knowledge of rigging, load balancing, and safe lifting practices.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and lift 50+ lbs as needed.
• Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.