Forklift Operator

This role involves operating a sit-down forklift to accurately pull orders, load and unload customer vehicles, and support overall warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment. You will ensure products move safely and efficiently through the warehouse while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently to move, load, and unload materials throughout the warehouse.
• Pull customer orders accurately from pick tickets, ensuring correct items and quantities for each order.
• Load and unload customer vehicles and flatbeds in a timely and safe manner.
• Stage, organize, and secure materials in designated warehouse locations to support efficient inventory flow.
• Assist with basic warehouse inventory tasks as needed to support order fulfillment and stock management.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe warehouse environment by regularly cleaning work areas and equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures, equipment guidelines, and warehouse protocols while performing daily tasks.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth warehouse operations.

• A minimum of 1–3 years of experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Proficiency in operating a sit-down forklift safely and confidently in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience working with warehouse inventory and handling materials accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to read and follow pick tickets and other order documentation with strong attention to detail.
• Capability to load and unload customer vehicles and flatbeds safely and correctly.
• Strong focus on safety, including adherence to warehouse and equipment safety procedures.
• Ability to work full-time hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• Previous experience working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Demonstrated reliability and consistency in meeting work schedules and productivity expectations.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain clean and orderly warehouse areas.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate tasks with coworkers and supervisors.

You will join a stable operation that offers consistent weekday hours and the opportunity to build on your existing forklift and warehouse experience. The environment values safety, accuracy, and teamwork, giving you a clear structure to perform at your best while maintaining a healthy work–life balance with predictable daytime shifts.

This position is based in a warehouse environment with a fast-paced workflow focused on order pulling, loading, and unloading. You will primarily operate a sit-down forklift and handle physical materials throughout the day. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for approximately 40–42 hours per week. The role involves working around warehouse equipment, vehicles, and flatbeds, with an expectation to maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace at all times.

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

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Dallas,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.