Warehouse/Forklift Operator

Aerotek; South Dakota; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Warehouse Worker/Forklift Operator for a contract-to-hire role. You will operate forklifts, load/unload, move materials, and help maintain inventory. Hour options: first and second shift. Pay is $20.00 per hour with weekly pay and benefits eligibility.

The position emphasizes safety, daily equipment inspections, and accuracy in cataloging items. Onsite work only, with a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as forklift operator.
• Forklift certification is a plus, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Physical stamina to handle manual tasks and operate machinery.
• Experience operating other warehouse machinery is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, and move materials within the warehouse.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections to ensure proper functioning.
• Maintain inventory by identifying, cataloging, and recording items.
• Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with other warehouse tasks as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Other warehouse machinery

Job description

Job Description

Warehouse Worker/Forklift Operator

Start ASAP — Weekly Pay

Description:

We are looking for a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team! You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack and count merchandise.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load, unload, and move materials within the warehouse.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections to ensure proper functioning.
• Maintain inventory by identifying, cataloging, and recording items.
• Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with other warehouse tasks as needed.

Hours: First and second shift options available

Skills

• Experience as a forklift operator.
• Valid forklift certification is a plus, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Physical stamina to handle manual tasks and operate machinery.
• Experience in operating other warehouse machinery is a plus, but not required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available 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 Sioux Falls,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet our goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offic