Forklift Operator Job DescriptionPosition Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of building materials within the lumberyard, supporting the rebuilding efforts of surrounding communities. This role involves operating mid-size industrial forklifts, handling materials such as windows, doors, and wood supplies, and providing exceptional customer service.

Shift: 1st Shift, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay: $20/hour

Essential DutiesMaterial Handling: Load and unload building materials (e.g., windows, doors, wood supplies) for residential and commercial properties, with 60% of the time spent on manual loading/unloading and 40% operating a mid-size industrial forklift.Workload Variability: Manage daily tasks ranging from loading a single full truck to handling multiple smaller loads, depending on shipping requirements.Customer Interaction: Meet with community members and customers to facilitate the pickup of bundled materials prepared by yard hands.Yard Operations: Build loads, load company and customer vehicles, and maintain an efficient, clean, and safe lumberyard.Inventory Management: Pull and stage materials accurately to meet schedules, conduct cycle counts, and ensure proper shipment and receipt of materials.Equipment Maintenance: Properly use and maintain all equipment, adhering to safety protocols.Customer Service: Provide exceptional service to contractors and do-it-yourselfers by assisting with material selection and loading.Continuous Learning: Stay informed about products, packaging, procedures, and safety protocols.Organization and Cleanliness: Ensure pulled materials are neatly arranged, presentable, and free of debris.Proactive Initiative: Identify and address tasks without needing direction.SkillsCore Skills: Order pulling, material handling, production, forklift operation, heavy equipment handling, picking, general labor, warehouse operations, and use of hand and power tools.Additional Skills: Packaging, remodeling, manufacturing, and inventory management.Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with current office technology and computer literacy.Communication: Strong verbal communication skills for customer interactions.Independence: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Education & ExperienceEducation: High school diploma preferred but not required.Experience: Prior experience in a customer service environment and knowledge of building material products.Certifications: Must be trained, capable, and licensed/certified to operate forklift equipment, often handling heavy and awkward loads.Material Transport: Knowledge of safe methods for transporting materials via delivery vehicles, stairways, elevators, or boom operations to the point of stocking or delivery.QualificationsComfortable standing for extended periods and moving heavy materials.Ability to follow safety rules, sales protocols, and inventory management procedures.Strong organizational skills to maintain a tidy and efficient lumberyard.Proactive attitude and ability to take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

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 Waynesville,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.

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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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