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Material Handler / Forklift 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.
$45,902 / year median in Iowa
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Material Handler / Forklift Operator
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MULTIPLE ROLES AVAILABLE
•We have multiple material handler and forklift roles available seeking employees ASAP. Positions are located in the Des Moines Metro involve operating forklift for anywhere from 30%-80% of the day.
Available Positions:
Material Handler - 1st shift, $18.50/hour: 8am-4:30pm M-F, OT during peak season. Summer hours; 6am-2:30pm, OT as needed. Material Handlers will work year round. Material Handler - 1st shift, $20.00/hour: 6:30am-3pm M-F, OT during peak season OT will be done on Saturdays and/or on the front half of your shift as needed. Material Handlers will work year round. Forklift Operator - 1st shift, $20.50/hour: 7am-3:30 M-F, OT during peak season Forklift Operators will work year round. Seasonal Forklift Operator - $22.50/hour: Training is conducted on 1st shift (8am-4:30pm) for 3-4 months Forklift operators will move to a mid shift for a month (10am-6:30pm) Forklift operators finish the season working 2nd shift (2:30pm-10pm) Forklift operators will not work summers; this is a seasonal role. Apply now for
IMMEDIATE
consideration! Applications will be reviewed beginning Tuesday, September 8th. #wegetpeople z