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Sit Down Forklift Operator - 1st Shift
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$42,490 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
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$18.00
Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Denton County $16.67
•$22.98 Per hour Sit Down Forklift Operator
•1st Shift
EMLS INC
Occupation:
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
Location:
DENTON, TX
•76207
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
08/19/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/22/2026
Expires:
09/18/2026
Job #: 17057451
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
12 Month(s) Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Shift
Day Shift Help for . Sit-down forklift operator
•1st Shift
EMLS, Inc
•Denton, TX
$18 an hour Join our Elite Team! Since 1998 EMLS has grown to become one of the leading Logistic companies in North Texas. We are seeking experienced Warehouse Material Handler/Forklift Operators to join our growing Elite team. This is a great opportunity for individuals to better connect with our customers by ensuring timely and accurate shipments.
Schedules:
1st
Shift:
6:30 am
•3:00 pm (Monday to Friday) What we offer: Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401K with company match
Paid Holidays Essential Responsibilities:
Must have experience on a Sit-down electric forklift and can operate on high racks narrow spaces Perform daily forklift inspections and complete inspection report.
Unloads inbound product.
Inspects boxes for damage.
Receive product into Elite WMS.
Moves materials to and from designated storage areas.
Responsible for following FIFO procedures.
Move finished product from work cells and load onto delivery trailers.
Perform cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
Qualifications:
High School or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years related experience preferred.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Sit-down Forklift:
1 year (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Denton, TX 76207 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Denton, TX 76207: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance