Warehouse / Forklift Operator

Warehouse Associate You move with purpose, you pull with precision, and you leave every shift knowing the operation is better for you being in it. That is the standard here.

Full-Time | Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM | Sarasota, FL | Tropic Supply, Inc.

The Backbone of the Operation

This is a hands-on, physical warehouse role inside one of Florida's largest independent HVAC and refrigeration distribution operations. You are not just moving product. You are the backbone of accuracy and efficiency that keeps 23 locations and the contractors who depend on them running without interruption.

We have been independently owned and operated for more than 50 years because we do things right. We need warehouse professionals who hold that same standard.

Sit-down forklift experience is required for this position. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

What You Will Do

You keep product moving accurately and on time. That means pulling and filling orders with precision, receiving and stocking incoming inventory, and verifying parts, serial numbers, and paperwork against physical inventory at every step. You support cycle counts and inventory integrity, operate sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, assist counter sales with order fulfillment, help customers load product when needed, and keep the warehouse clean, organized, and operating to standard.

Attention to detail is not optional here. Errors in a distribution environment have real consequences downstream for contractors, technicians, and the customers we serve. We hold accuracy to a high standard and expect you to own it.

What You Must Bring

Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum one year of warehouse experience in a distribution, supply, or logistics environment
• Sit-down forklift certification or documented hands-on experience, with ability to obtain or maintain certification
• Experience with RF scanning equipment, warehouse management systems, and basic computer operations
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs consistently throughout a shift and sustain physical activity in a non-climate-controlled environment
• Strong attention to detail and a track record of order and inventory accuracy
• Organized, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple priorities without losing precision under volume or pressure
• Clear communication and a reliable work ethic with no need for constant supervision

Preferred

• Active sit-down forklift certification
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Physical Requirements

This is a full-shift, physically active role in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment. Candidates must be able to:

• Stand, walk, and remain physically active throughout a shift of up to 8.5 hours
• Lift, carry, and position materials weighing up to 75 lbs unassisted
• Bend, stoop, reach, and kneel as required by picking, stocking, and loading tasks
• Operate sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks safely and efficiently
• Push and pull loaded carts and hand trucks on warehouse and loading dock surfaces
• Work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment subject to Florida heat and ambient noise
• Wear required personal protective equipment throughout the shift

Who Fits This Role

You understand that a wrong pull or a missed serial number creates a real problem for someone downstream, and that matters to you. You follow process correctly, ask when you are unsure rather than guess, and take pride in doing the physical work well and accurately. You show up ready, you stay accountable, and you contribute to a team that depends on you.

What Tropic Supply Offers

• Company-paid employee medical and life insurance
• Optional dental and vision coverage
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee discount programs
• A stable, long-standing company where performance is recognized and tenure is respected

Why Tropic Supply

We have been independently owned for more than 50 years because we take care of the people who make this company run. That means our employees, our customers, and the contractors who depend on us every single day. When you build your career here, you build it on something that is not going anywhere.

If this sounds like the right fit, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in a career worth building.

Tropic Supply, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

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