Cylinder Yard & Forklift Operator - 48

Job Overview

This position is responsible for the safe handling, movement, and management of gas cylinders in an outdoor storage yard environment. The role involves operating a forklift in all weather conditions, loading and unloading trucks, receiving and inspecting incoming cylinders, accurately pulling cylinders for outbound orders, and maintaining a clean, compliant, and well-organized yard.

This is a hands-on, physical role that requires strong safety awareness, attention to detail, and the ability to work productively with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift outdoors in all weather conditions

• Load and unload trucks with gas cylinders

• Receive incoming cylinders and verify quantities, condition, labeling, and compliance

• Inspect cylinders for accuracy, damage, and regulatory requirements

• Sort, store, and stage cylinders in designated locations

• Accurately pull cylinders for outbound orders and prepare for shipment

• Assist with cylinder inventory control and cycle counts

• Move, organize, and rotate cylinder inventory as required

• Maintain yard cleanliness, organization, and housekeeping standards

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and compliance requirements

• Work cooperatively with drivers, sales, and operations staff

• Perform duties independently while meeting productivity and accuracy expectations

Qualifications & Requirements

• Forklift experience required

• Experience working outdoors or in a yard / industrial environment preferred

• Prior experience handling cylinders or regulated materials is a plus

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, moving, and positioning cylinders

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Must pass a drug screening and background check

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Compensation, Schedule & Benefits

• Competitive wages commensurate with experience and skill level

• Regular overtime available

• Monday–Friday work week

• Career advancement opportunities for high-performing employees

Benefits include:

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Employer-paid disability insurance

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Educational reimbursement program

• Generous personal leave policy

Growth & Advancement

This role offers long-term opportunity for individuals who take pride in safety, accuracy, and accountability. Pay increases and advancement are performance-based and earned through consistent reliability, attention to detail, and ownership of yard operations and inventory responsibilities.