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48FORTY Solutions

Forklift Operator

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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

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More Like This Between $13.67 and $17.00 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Lubbock County $13.67 - $19.09 Per hour Forklift Operator 48FORTY Solutions
Occupation:
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators
Location:
Lubbock, TX - 79404
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
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 #: 17057515 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 12 Month(s) Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Help for . Forklift Operator - Pallet Manufacturing Overview As aForklift Operator, youll get to load and unload trailer with wooden pallets and move pallets inside our plants to keep manufacturing production moving efficiently! Were looking for a motivated individual who will keep things moving at a safe and efficient pace! What You'll Do Unload deliveries of pallets and/or wood to the proper location inside the plant Move freshly cut and recycled wood to the appropriate worktable area Stack finished products into trailers or to storage areas up to a safe height Maintain a safe working environment by lifting, stacking, and transporting materials with all other plant personnel in mind What You'll Need 1-3 years of forklift experience Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, lumber, carpentry, lumber, welding, roofing, and/or construction is strongly preferred Willingness to work in a labor intensive environment Ability to communicate effectively Willing to work overtime as needed What We Offer Competitive Pay, Holiday Pay, and Daily Pay - Access to your earned wages before payday! Referral Bonuses Long-Term Career Advancement Paid Time Off Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance for Eligible Full Time Employees 401(k) Retirement Plan Great Team Environment What It's Like 48forty Solutions is the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and packaging materials. We are truly Pallet Management Made Simple, our workforce is the heart and soul of our business, and were looking for our nextForklift Operatorto join our team! The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Ability to work in extreme conditions to include, but not limited to, elements, heat, cold, and air particulate Repetitively lift up to 50-75 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and sit in a forklift for entire shifts of varying lengths in time The noise level in the work environment is dependent on location Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (eye protection, ear protection is mandatory at several locations, safety shoes) Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, distance vision and color vision 48forty Solutionsis an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health Insurance