Description
Title: Forklift Operator – Structural Steel
Company: Loenbro, LLC Location: Chandler, AZ – Riggs Facility Employment Type: Full-Time FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced forklift operator to join our team at the Riggs structural steel fabrication facility. This is not an entry-level position. You will be handling heavy, oversized, and awkward steel materials daily — beams, columns, plate, coil, and fabricated assemblies — and we need someone who knows what they’re doing before they ever sit in the seat. This role demands strong situational awareness, respect for safe load limits, and the ability to keep pace with a high-output fabrication environment without sacrificing safety or care for equipment.
About Loenbro
Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication, and our vertical market focus spans all industries. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex, so that our clients gain clarity and control in construction and maintenance. We do this by taking full ownership on every interaction, delivering multi-scope project excellence, and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners as we enhance and maintain your critical infrastructure. We have a national presence but a local approach—so that every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care. Through their relationship with us and the One Loenbro model, our customers are able to simplify, control, and succeed in the everyday.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Equipment Operation & Material Handling
· Operate sit-down and telehandler forklifts to move, stage, and load structural steel materials throughout the facility and yard.
· Safely handle long, heavy, and off-balance loads including structural beams, HSS tube, angle iron, plate steel, and fabricated assemblies.
· Load and unload flatbed trucks, including proper blocking, banding, and securement of steel for transport.
· Read and interpret shop drawings, cut lists, and material tags to ensure accurate staging and sequencing of steel.
Production Support & Shop Coordination
· Work closely with fabricators, fitters, and project leads to keep material flow organized and on schedule.
· Keep the yard and shop floor organized, clear of hazards, and staged efficiently for active jobs.
· Assist fabrication and welding crews with positioning and staging of steel components throughout the production process.
Safety Leadership – Loenbro Safety Initiative
· Follow all safety protocols including load capacity limits, designated travel paths, and required PPE at all times.
· Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and immediately report any issues, defects, or unsafe conditions.
· Maintain full situational awareness in areas with, pedestrian traffic, and tight clearances.
· Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses relevant to forklift and material handling operations.
Other duties may be assigned as needed to support business operations.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
· Minimum 3–5 years of forklift experience in a steel fabrication, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environment.
· Proven experience handling structural steel and oversized/awkward loads.
· Comfortable operating in a fast-paced shop environment with overhead crane activity and tight spaces.
· Strong spatial awareness and situational judgment — you know when to slow down.
· Reliable, safety-minded, and a team player who takes the job seriously.
Preferred:
· Ability to read basic shop drawings and material lists.
· Experience operating a telehandler or rough terrain forklift in addition to standard sit-down equipment.
· OSHA 10-hour general industry or construction certification.
· Prior experience in a structural steel fabrication shop environment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment:
· Structural steel fabrication shop and outdoor yard environment with regular exposure to heavy equipment, metal materials, and industrial noise.
· Appropriate PPE is required at all times in applicable areas of the facility.
· Must be able to work on your feet and in a forklift seat for extended periods, and work outdoors in varying Arizona weather conditions.
· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro’s Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.
Benefits
Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:
· Medical, dental, and vision insurance
· 401(k) retirement plan with company match
· Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
· Life and disability insurance
· Professional development and training opportunities
· Employee assistance program (EAP)
Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.
Our Core Values
LEAD with Values:
· Live with Integrity – We do the right thing and do what we say, in every interaction - and practice stewardship to care for the communities where we live & work.
· Exceed Expectations – We anticipate customer needs, deliver innovative solutions, and dedicate ourselves to creating outcomes that make a real difference.
· Act with Urgency – We take action, adapt seamlessly, and keep projects moving without compromising quality - because our customers’ priorities are our priorities.
· Deliver Excellence – We combine our passion for quality, our industry expertise, and our eye for innovation to make excellence our standard.
Guided by core values, grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro maintains and enhances the industrial infrastructure that betters our families, customers, and local communities.
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Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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