Cylinder Yard & Forklift Operator Houma, LA 70363
Job Overview:
This position is responsible for the safe handling, movement, and management of gas cylinders in an outdoor storage yard environment. The role involves operating a forklift in all weather conditions, loading and unloading trucks, receiving and inspecting incoming cylinders, accurately pulling cylinders for outbound orders, and maintaining a clean, compliant, and well-organized yard. This is a hands-on, physical role that requires strong safety awareness, attention to detail, and the ability to work productively with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities:- Operate a forklift outdoors in all weather conditions
- Load and unload trucks with gas cylinders
- Receive incoming cylinders and verify quantities, condition, labeling, and compliance
- Inspect cylinders for accuracy, damage, and regulatory requirements
- Sort, store, and stage cylinders in designated locations
- Accurately pull cylinders for outbound orders and prepare for shipment
- Assist with cylinder inventory control and cycle counts
- Move, organize, and rotate cylinder inventory as required
- Maintain yard cleanliness, organization, and housekeeping standards
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
- Work cooperatively with drivers, sales, and operations staff
- Perform duties independently while meeting productivity and accuracy expectations
Qualifications:- Forklift experience required
- Experience working outdoors or in a yard / industrial environment preferred
- Prior experience handling cylinders or regulated materials is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, moving, and positioning cylinders
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must pass a drug screening and background check
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Compensation, Schedule & Benefits
- Competitive wages commensurate with experience and skill level
- Regular overtime available
- MondayFriday work week
- Career advancement opportunities for high-performing employees
Benefits include:- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid disability insurance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match
- Educational reimbursement program
- Generous personal leave policy
- Growth & Advancement
This role offers long-term opportunity for individuals who take pride in safety, accuracy, and accountability. Pay increases and advancement are performance-based and earned through consistent reliability, attention to detail, and ownership of yard operations and inventory responsibilities.
