Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Miami (FL); Presencial; USD 20.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Aerotek is seeking a Forklift Operator to support daily warehouse operations in Miami, FL. You will operate various forklifts, handle loading/unloading at dock doors, and maintain a safe, organized workspace.

The role requires forklift skills, inventory control, and adherence to safety procedures. Bilingual Spanish is a plus; onsite work with comprehensive benefits.

Formación

• OSHA Forklift Certification is required.
• Experience with RF scanners and reach trucks is preferred.
• Proven warehouse experience and safe operation habits.

Responsabilidades

• Perform daily maintenance and minor repairs on warehouse equipment, such as forklifts.
• Schedule and conduct routine forklift inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and equipment servicing.
• Assist in the receiving, identification, staging, and dispatching of goods.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move products within the warehouse.
• Load and unload containers and carry boxes up to 50 lbs.
• Ensure all trailers placed in the dock are properly locked.
• Follow all SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Organize and maintain inventory related to warehouse equipment and parts.
• Ensure accuracy in shipment handling and inventory transactions.
• Keep dock areas clean, safe, and well-organized.
• Promote teamwork and collaboration across warehouse operations.

Conocimientos

Forklift operation

Inventory management

RF scanners

Reach trucks

Warehouse experience

OSHA forklift certification

Spanish language

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

The Equipment Handler is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations through the proper use and basic care of material handling equipment, specifically forklifts. This role focuses on efficient equipment operation, loading and unloading activities at the dock doors, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Schedule:

7am-4pm, 8am-5pm, or 9am 6pm

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance and minor repairs on warehouse equipment, such as forklifts.
• Schedule and conduct routine forklift inspections.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and equipment servicing.
• Assist in the receiving, identification, staging, and dispatching of goods.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move products within the warehouse.
• Load and unload containers and carry boxes up to 50 lbs.
• Ensure all trailers placed in the dock are properly locked.
• Follow all company standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines.
• Organize and maintain inventory related to warehouse equipment and parts.
• Ensure accuracy in shipment handling and inventory transactions.
• Keep dock areas clean, safe, and well-organized.
• Promote teamwork and collaboration across warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Forklift operation, including stand‑up, sit‑down, and slip sheet forklifts.
• Inventory management and material handling skills.
• Experience with RF scanners and reach trucks.
• Proven warehouse experience.
• OSHA Forklift License/Certification.
• Strong commitment to safety, organization, and task management.
• Mush speak Spanish

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in cargo staging.
• Basic knowledge of import/export processes, including labeling and documentation.
• Understanding of warehouse equipment care and handling.
• Knowledge of ocean container loading/unloading at dock level.
• Bilingual or proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match.

Work Environment

The role involves operating various types of forklifts, including stand‑up, sit‑down, and slip sheet models, within a warehouse setting. The work environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and organization, ensuring a clean and well‑maintained workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Miami, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Miami,FL.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.