Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator (Cherry Picker)

Job Description

Join a fast-paced distribution center as a cherry picker forklift operator, safely picking orders at height while wearing a harness and handling items weighing up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate a cherry picker forklift safely and efficiently in a busy distribution center.
• Use a safety harness while operating the cherry picker and working at height.
• Pick, move, and organize orders, including lifting items up to 60 pounds as needed.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Inspect equipment and report any safety or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Work collaboratively with warehouse team members to meet productivity and accuracy goals.
• Adapt to varying workloads and support different tasks within the warehouse as required.

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of experience operating a cherry picker forklift in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Comfort and proficiency wearing and using a safety harness while operating a cherry picker.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to following safety protocols.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 60 pounds.
• Experience working in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in general forklift operation.
• Reliability and consistency in attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work occasional Saturdays as needed.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a contract-to-hire path with strong potential for long-term stability and growth. Once hired permanently, you can access great benefits, and you will work in an environment that promotes from within and supports career advancement. Multiple shifts are available, allowing for flexibility, and certain shifts include a shift differential, recognizing and rewarding your contribution.

Work Environment

The role is based in a fast-paced distribution center with a focus on safety and efficiency. You will operate a cherry picker forklift while using a company-supplied safety harness and wearing closed-toe shoes, which are required at all times. The primary shift runs from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with most openings on a 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. shift, Monday through Friday, that includes a $1 per hour shift differential. You can expect to work an average of about 45 hours per week, including approximately one Saturday per month, in a warehouse environment designed to support productivity and safe equipment operation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irving, TX.

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $18.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Irving,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

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.

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 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 in solving 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.