Job Title: Forklift Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and mechanically inclined Forklift Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will engage in general labor tasks, operate machinery, perform quality checks, inspect cranes, and facilitate crane loading. A basic mechanical inclination and a willingness to learn are essential. Familiarity with smartphone applications and basic Excel knowledge is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment and perform standard and preventive maintenance.Function check cranes, inspect fluids, and utilize hand tools and die grinders.Load trucks using forklifts and guide pieces on site.Assist the quality team in performing audits and ensuring QA for end users.Work collaboratively with the team in a small company environment.Upload data from monthly audits using an iPhone application.Work outside in various weather conditions, ensuring attention to detail with driver loads.

Essential Skills

Heavy equipment experience.Mechanical experience in standard and preventive maintenance.Basic understanding and use of hand tools.Ability to work outside in all conditions.Comfortable using smartphones and Excel applications.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a flexible work schedule, especially during hunting season. Benefit from a 4% company match on your 401k. Experience working outdoors in a supportive team with access to necessary amenities. Join a company committed to employee growth and career development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shady Grove, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Shady Grove,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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