Heavy Equipment Operator Position Available In Chatham, Georgia

• Job Title:

  Heavy-Duty Equipment Operator

• Job Description
• We are seeking a skilled Heavy-Duty Forklift Operator for a position that requires dedication and punctuality. The work schedule starts at 7 am and ends between 3 pm and 5 pm, depending on daily tasks completion. This role is a 4-month contract-to-hire opportunity, offering a chance for a pay raise upon direct hire.
• Responsibilities
• + Operate heavy equipment such as industrial forklift. + Unload containers efficiently and safely. + Load materials onto flatbed semi-trucks. + Pick up and cut straps as necessary.
• Essential Skills
• + Minimum of 1 year of solid experience in heavy equipment operation.

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Preferred:

2 years of experience in construction and equipment operation.

• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• + Proficiency in operating heavy machinery. + Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Why Work Here?
• This position offers a pathway to direct hire with benefits and a pay raise. It provides stability and growth opportunities in a supportive work environment.
• Work Environment
• The work is conducted outdoors, requiring adaptability to hot, cold, and rainy conditions. The forklift cabs are equipped with air conditioning for comfort during operation.
• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Garden City, Georgia.
• 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 Garden City,GA.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

• About Aerotek:

• 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 meets their 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 solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.