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Forklift Operator and Lumber Handler September 11, 2025

W562

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

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Forklift Operator & Lumber Handler - Cloverdale, CA

Starting Rate: $20–$25/hour 

We are seeking experienced Forklift Operators & Lumber Handlers to join our client's team in Cloverdale, CA. This position is responsible for safely operating a forklift, handling and staging lumber, verifying orders, and ensuring accurate and efficient movement of materials throughout the facility.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate a forklift to load and unload trucks in the proper sequence
  • Inspect forklift before and after use to ensure safe operation
  • Pull and stage lumber orders accurately and efficiently
  • Verify order accuracy, inspect lumber quality, and ensure loads are properly secured
  • Deliver lumber to designated yard areas and assist with mill orders
  • Follow all company safety standards, specifications, and procedures

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years’ forklift operating experience (lumber or similar products preferred)
  • Knowledge of proper loading/unloading procedures and safety practices
  • Proficient in basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
  • Strong verbal, reading, and writing communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow detailed instructions
  • Ability to assess weights, judge distances, and operate equipment safely

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit and transition between sitting/standing for 8–10 hours per day
  • Frequent use of hands/fingers to handle lumber
  • Occasionally lift/move up to 50 lbs.
  • Bend, stoop, and inspect lumber as needed
  • Work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, humidity, wet conditions)
  • Exposure to airborne particles and moderate noise levels

Santa Rosa, CA
3388
2200 Range Avenue
Suite 106
Santa Rosa, CA 95403

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