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Posted August 09, 2026

Telehandler

Lead Staffing
Abilene, TX, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Job Opportunity: Telehandler/SkyTrak Operator- Commercial Construction
Location: Abilene, TX

Pay: $24-$30/hr DOE plus per diem- $115/day

Schedule: Full-Time, Contract | M-F 7-5 with a 45-minute lunch. Saturdays are 8 hours 7-330 and occasional Sundays if needed and that is 4 hours no double pay.

We are seeking experienced Telehandler / SkyTrak Operators for commercial construction projects in Abilene, Texas. Candidates must be safety-focused, dependable, and able to operate equipment efficiently on active job sites.

Requirements:
• Proven experience operating Telehandlers / SkyTrak equipment
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification REQUIRED
• NCCCO, ANSI, or equipment operation certifications preferred
• Ability to safely move materials around active construction sites
• Experience working around steel erection, PEMB, or commercial construction preferred
• Must pass pre-employment screening if required (background, drug screen and e-verify)
• Reliable transportation and strong work ethic required

Responsibilities:
• Operate telehandler equipment safely and efficiently
• Load, unload, lift, and place materials for crews
• Perform daily equipment inspections
• Follow all site safety requirements and company policies
• Assist crews as needed when equipment operation is not required
LEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a growing national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

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