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Now Hiring: Heavy Yard & Telehandler Operator
Location: Kingman, AZ
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
Position Type: Full-Time, Outdoor/Industrial
Are you an experienced equipment operator looking for a steady, hands-on role in a growing distribution network? We are hiring a Yard Operator to manage material handling, inventory, and logistics in our Kingman yard.
If you thrive working outdoors, take pride in running heavy machinery safely, and enjoy a mix of equipment operation and digital logistics tracking, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do Every Day
Operate Heavy Equipment: Safely run large forklifts (minimum 12,000-lb capacity) and telehandlers (telescopic handlers) to move heavy, oversized loads across an outdoor yard.
Load & Unload Flatbeds: Expertly handle 40-ft HDPE pipe bundles, large structures, and specialized industrial fittings.
Secure Shipments: Ensure all outbound flatbed trailers are perfectly stable and secured using proper banding and dunnage (padding/bracing material).
Manage Inventory Digitally: Verify incoming shipments against packing slips, perform daily cycle counts, and keep logs updated using our Epicor-Prelude ERP computer system.
Coordinate Shipping: Use our Transportation Management System (TMS) to select shipping modes and coordinate with freight carriers.
Keep a Safe Yard: Maintain wide, clear aisles and pristine housekeeping to keep your workspace safe for everyone.
What We Are Looking For
Equipment Experience (Required): Must have proven, hands-on experience operating telehandlers. Prior experience operating heavy-duty forklifts (12k+ capacity) is highly preferred (on-site forklift certification will be provided).
Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Industry Background: Past experience in a lumber yard, pipe yard, construction yard, or heavy distribution center gives you a major head start.
Tech Basics: Comfortable using email (Outlook) and typing basic data entry into tracking software.
Mindset: A safety-first self-starter who can manage their time independently to meet tight shipping deadlines.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Comfortable working fully outdoors in changing Kingman weather conditions.
Physically active role requiring regular walking, standing, stooping, crouching, and reaching.
Ability to lift/exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently.
Excellent spatial awareness and depth perception for safely maneuvering telehandlers and long-length materials.
Why Join Us?
We offer a stable schedule, competitive pay at $20.00/hr, and an independent work environment where your attention to safety and workflow improvements will directly impact our network's success.
