Location: Springfield, NE
Category: Warehouse / Light Industrial
Employment Type: Contract to Perm
Date Added: 06/02/2026
Position Summary
As a skilled and experienced Laydown Yard Operator, you will be responsible for operating a Class 7 heavy-duty outdoor forklifts and telehandlers to unload poles and heavy materials for high voltage lines from flatbed trucks and storing the inventory away in the yard.
This role requires prior Class 7 heavy-duty outdoor forklift and Telehandler forklift operating experience, a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the ability to work in various weather conditions.
As a skilled and experienced Laydown Yard Operator, you will be responsible for operating a Class 7 heavy-duty outdoor forklifts and telehandlers to unload poles and heavy materials for high voltage lines from flatbed trucks and storing the inventory away in the yard.
This role requires prior Class 7 heavy-duty outdoor forklift and Telehandler forklift operating experience, a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the ability to work in various weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Unload poles and heavy materials for high voltage lines from flatbed trucks
- Store inventory in the yard
- Operate Class 7 heavy-duty outdoor forklifts and telehandlers safely and effectively
- Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures including PPE requirements to perform the job safely
Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proven experience operating Class 7 heavy-duty forklifts and telehandlers. Certification is a plus.
- First Aid certification preferred.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Strong commitment to safety
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Must have the physical stamina handle physically demanding tasks.
- Ability to lift weight up to 50 lbs.
- Steel toed shoes/boots required. Addition PPE provided
Employment Type & Compensation
- This is a Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire position
- Pay rate is $25.00 per hour
- Application Window: Open until filled
Work Schedule
- Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Bereavement Leave
- Retirement, 401(k)
- Personal Advancement
Employer Information
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.
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