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Forklift Test Driver

Portland, OR · On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

Forklift Test Driver Forklift Test Driver - Contract Position Put a LIFT in Your Career! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has a contract position ...

The Contract Driver is a vital member of our team, responsible for safely and efficiently transporting our fleet to and from customer locations and external yards across the United States. This role ...

... Contract Administration. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all drivers will receive ... consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin ...

... Contract Administration. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all drivers will receive ... consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin ...

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What is the difference between Drivers Contract vs Delivery Driver?

AspectDrivers ContractDelivery Driver
CredentialsDriver's license, possibly commercial licenseDriver's license, sometimes specialized for certain vehicles
Work EnvironmentVaries; may include long-term employment, company vehiclesOn-the-road deliveries, often flexible hours
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by logistics, transportation companies for contractual rolesCommon in retail, food delivery, courier services
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing contractual vs permanent driving rolesPeople looking for delivery job opportunities

Drivers Contract roles typically involve formal agreements with specific terms, often with a company or logistics provider, and may include benefits. Delivery Drivers usually focus on transporting goods or food, often with flexible hours and less formal contracts. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles that match their credentials and work preferences.

How to be a drivers contract?

To establish a drivers contract, both parties should agree on terms such as compensation, work hours, responsibilities, and duration, often documented in a written agreement. Drivers typically need a valid driver's license, relevant vehicle insurance, and may require a clean driving record or specific certifications depending on the type of driving job. Ensuring clarity on expectations helps create a legally binding and enforceable contract.

What are the most commonly searched types of Drivers jobs in Oregon?

The most popular types of Drivers jobs in Oregon are:

Infographic showing various Drivers Contract job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Forklift Test Driver

Hyster-Yale

Portland, OR • On-site

$18 - $21.25/hr

Other

Posted 17 days ago


Hyster-Yale Materials Handling rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 494 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Forklift Test Driver

Forklift Test Driver – Contract Position

Put a LIFT in Your Career! Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has a contract position opening for a forklift test driver in our Fairview, Oregon facility. HYMH designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks under the Hyster and Yale brand names.

We are seeking qualified applicants to test drive forklifts. This position involves reliability and validation testing of prototype and production forklifts.

Third shift – Sunday night through Thursday night (11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) with a paid 30 minute lunch. May involve possible weekend overtime when testing projects are in high demand.

Job description:

Drive forklifts following course maps and instructions.

  • Keep accurate, legible, and knowledgeable test logs to communicate observations and events to technicians and engineers.
  • Perform simple facility or vehicle maintenance duties as assigned.
  • Follow safety procedures.
  • Follow written and verbal instructions.

Forklift or heavy equipment driving experience is preferred. You must be able to multi-task with the use of lots of different hand and foot controls (think riding a motorcycle or a quad).

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