Yard Technician

Position Summary

Comanche Gas Solutions is seeking Skilled Yard Operations Technicians to support staging yard operations for mission-critical infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for safely receiving, staging, and loading high-value equipment using forklifts and specialized lifting equipment. Technicians will work in a fast-paced logistics environment supporting hyperscale construction and infrastructure operations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in material handling, equipment staging, forklift operation, and logistics yard operations, with a strong focus on safety and attention to detail when handling sensitive or high-value equipment.

Job Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Safely receive, stage, move, and load equipment within the laydown yard
• Operate forklifts and Field Lift Pro equipment
• Assist with loading and unloading mission-critical equipment
• Handle equipment weighing up to 140,000 lbs
• Inspect shipments for damage, accuracy, and documentation
• Maintain inventory organization and staging layout
• Coordinate with logistics teams for incoming and outgoing shipments
• Ensure proper rigging, lifting, and equipment handling procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized staging yard
• Follow OSHA safety standards and company safety policies
• Complete required documentation and receiving logs
• Support Saturday receiving/shipping operations
• Other assigned duties as needed

Required Skills and Abilities

• OSHA 30 Certification
• Forklift Certification
• Experience operating forklifts and material handling equipment
• Experience safely moving large or heavy equipment
• Ability to work safely around equipment weighing up to 40,000 lbs
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to follow operational procedures and logistics processes
• Reliable attendance, communication, and strong work ethic
• Experience with Field Lift Pro or similar lifting equipment
• Experience in laydown yard operations
• Experience supporting data center, industrial, or construction logistics
• Experience handling mission-critical equipment
• Basic knowledge of inventory tracking or receiving systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Driving for extended periods
• Wearing appropriate PPE (respirator, hearing protection, eye protection, hard hat, etc.)
• Ability to safely perform lifting and staging operations

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of warehouse experience do you have?
• Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screening, in accordance with company policy?
• Do you have a valid Driver's license and are you able to company driving requirements, including MVR review?

Experience:

• Forklift: 1 year (Required)

Location:

• Birmingham, AL 35214 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18