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Aerotek

Forklift And Building Materials Operator

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What they do

A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$45,026 / year median in the U.S.

+10% projected growth

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Forklift and Building Materials Operator Job Description As a Forklift and Building Materials Operator, you will be responsible for running a forklift daily, manually pulling orders, operating a chainsaw, and loading trucks. You will safely operate and maintain equipment to move products to designated areas and outbound trailers. Your role will involve accurately counting, measuring, and documenting inventory, requiring in-depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations. A commitment to quality, efficiency, and continuous process improvement is essential. Responsibilities Run a forklift daily. Manually pull orders and operate a chainsaw. Load trucks on a daily basis. Safely operate and maintain equipment to move products to designated areas and outbound trailers. Accurately count, measure, and document daily inventory for shipping. Commit to quality, efficiency, and continuous process improvement. Essential Skills Experience with production, forklift operation, and general labor. Strong attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills. Ability to work within a team to solve customer problems and complete general tasks. Willingness to work outside, regularly moving, in various weather conditions five days a week and occasionally on weekends. Ability to continuously work while standing, sitting, and driving equipment throughout the day. Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and move and slide up to 100 lbs. Ability to operate a chainsaw and basic computer skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications Basic computer skills. Why Work Here? Upon conversion to a full-time employee, you will receive a competitive pay rate with a performance bonus plan. We offer comprehensive health benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Life and accidental death insurance, retirement plan options with employer contributions, and an employee assistance program are also provided. Enjoy paid vacation time, disability benefits, and parental leave. We support your professional development and career advancement opportunities. Work Environment Work shifts are Monday through Friday, with the possibility of overtime. Day shifts run from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, while night shifts are from 4:30 pm to 1:00 am. The role involves regular movement throughout the day, including standing, sitting, walking, and moving up to 100 pounds. You will be operating equipment outdoors in all types of weather conditions at the Concord Distribution Center in Concord, North Carolina. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Concord, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/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 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 Concord,NC.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Professional Development