Forklift Operator - Compost

Forklift Operator - Compost

Silver Creek Materials, Inc. | Fort Worth, Texas, United States

Silver Creek Materials is one of the largest sand, aggregate, mulching, composting, and recycling facilities in DFW. We are a team of hard workers who face each day head‑on, celebrate wins together, and believe in doing things the right way. Whether you’re operating equipment, selling materials, or supporting the team, you’ll help build something bigger.

2251 Silver Creek Rd, Fort Worth, TX 76108

FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt

Full time

6:00am-4:00pm

$17.00-$18.00 hourly

A Forklift Operator is responsible for safely operating forklifts and other material‑handling equipment to move, load, unload, stack, and organize materials within our aggregate, compost, mulch, and recycling facility. The role requires adherence to safety regulations, accurate inventory handling, and efficient movement of goods, assisting with yard operations to ensure efficient production and customer service. Employees may be exposed to dust, noise, heavy equipment traffic, and changing weather conditions.

Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times.

• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Unload trucks with compost, soil blends, and other materials.
• Transport materials throughout the yard, warehouse, and production areas.
• Organize and maintain inventory in designated storage locations.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Assist with inventory counts and maintain accurate records of material movement.
• Keep work areas clean, orderly, and free of safety hazards.
• Support yard personnel as needed to meet operational goals.
• Provide excellent service to customers, vendors, and truck drivers on‑site.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Previous forklift or heavy equipment operating experience preferred.
• Experience working in outdoor industrial, construction, landscaping, recycling, or aggregate environments is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.

Silver Creek Materials is family owned and operates with about‑average industry pay. Eligible employees can elect medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, ambulatory insurance, voluntary critical illness, voluntary accident, and voluntary hospitalization insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Employees also enjoy paid company‑observed holidays and generous paid time off. Field employees can elect uniforms and will receive a boot stipend after one year.

Company facilities include a gun range and an 11‑acre family lake.

$17–$18 hourly wage