Forklift Operator

Aerotek; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator for a contract-to-hire role in Surprise, AZ. You will move, load, and unload materials, operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, and support inventory control in a safety-focused warehouse.

Role requires prior forklift experience, teamwork, and adherence to SOPs. The position is fully onsite with a pay rate of $20.00 per hour, reflecting local warehouse standards and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience in sit-down and/or stand-up.
• Experience with warehouse material handling and inventory control.
• Familiarity with RF scanners.
• Strong attention to detail and workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload trailers, trucks, and containers.
• Move materials between storage, production, and shipping areas.
• Utilize pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Interpret work orders and prioritize tasks to meet operational demands.
• Assist with inventory management and material tracking.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Inspect equipment daily and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve productivity and quality goals.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

RF scanners

Safety awareness

Job description

Forklift Operator

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Forklift Operator to join our growing warehouse team. In this role, you will be responsible for moving, storing, loading, and unloading materials in a fast-paced distribution environment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

If you have experience operating forklifts and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently.
• Load and unload trailers, trucks, and containers.
• Move materials between storage, production, and shipping areas.
• Utilize pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Interpret work orders and prioritize tasks to meet operational demands.
• Assist with inventory management and material tracking.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Inspect equipment daily and report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve productivity and quality goals.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.

Qualifications

Required:

• Previous forklift experience (sit-down and/or stand-up).
• Experience with material handling in a warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, inventory control, and RF scanners.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.

Preferred:

• Experience operating a cherry picker up to 20 feet.
• Experience handling long or oversized materials.
• Prior distribution, logistics, or warehouse experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials, including pipe up to 20 feet in length.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and team-oriented culture
• Employee appreciation events and team-building activities
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Safety-focused workplace
• Refreshments and additional break accommodations during warm weather conditions

Work Environment

This position is located in a warehouse environment. Employees are required to wear company-provided PPE, including hard hats and safety vests, at all times.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Surprise, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Surprise,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

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.