Job ID: LL29098114
Location: Houston, TX
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 11/17/2025
Forklift Operator | $18 to $20 an hour + 1st Shift Differential | Monday- Friday , 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM | Temp-to-Hire
What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay: $18 to $20 an hour + 1st Shift Differential
- Schedule: Monday- Friday , 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM | Temp-to-Hire
- Location: Houston, Texas 77051
- Temporary-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability
- Weekly Pay with direct deposit or pay card
- Eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans, plus a referral bonus program through The Reserves Network
Job Description
Join one of the largest line pipe distributors in the United States as a Forklift Operator. In this role, you’ll be responsible for receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders, and managing, organizing, and retrieving stock in the pipe yard. This position offers the opportunity to work with heavy industrial equipment in a clean, safety-oriented environment while building a long-term career.
Responsibilities
- Assist with shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, and checking in merchandise
- Operate a heavy industrial forklift (25,000 lbs.+) safely and efficiently
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet areas, and workstations neat
- Organize the warehouse and work area for orderliness at all times
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or manager
Qualifications and Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 3–5 years of forklift and pipe yard experience
- Valid Forklift Certification required
- Experience handling pipe (carbon and stainless steel) preferred
- Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings
Benefits and Perks
- Pay Rate: $15/hour + shift differential
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Referral bonus program
- Opportunity for temp-to-hire placement and long-term career growth
Your New Organization
Our client is one of the nation’s largest line pipe distributors, providing top-quality products and services to customers across the U.S. They pride themselves on maintaining a safe, organized, and team-oriented environment that values reliability and professional growth.
Your Career Partner
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
Base Pay Range:$18 to $20 an hour + 1st Shift Differential
Final compensation will depend on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.

