Forklift Operator Jobs Hiring Now

Our forklift operators are skilled at driving a variety of gas and electric lifting devices such as forklifts, booms, scoops and lift beams in a variety of environments.

Explore the openings below, and partner with Aerotek to find the forklift operator job that’s right for you.

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Aerotek Contractor Benefits

When you're looking for reliable forklift jobs, fair pay and benefits are important. We offer our contractors:

Contributory Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Weekly Pay
Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off (for some assignments)
Employee Discount Plans (for entertainment, appliances and more)

Reinforce Your Forklift Operator Career

You take pride in your trade and recognize the value of hard work. Don't settle for a recruiting agency that doesn't understand your skills and goals.

Aerotek has over 40 years of experience providing meaningful careers for light industrial and skilled workers. We connect hundreds of hard-working professionals with forklift operator jobs each year.

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Reliable Jobs Provided Each Year

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Industrial Recruiters Across 200+ Locations

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Businesses Served Each Year

Forklift Operator Job Description

Forklift operators play a role in logistics, warehousing and manufacturing, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of materials. Their responsibilities include:

Operating forklifts, pallet jacks and other lifting equipment to transport goods
Loading and unloading shipments while maintaining safety and efficiency standards
Organizing and tracking inventory to support warehouse operations

In addition to their technical duties, forklift operators possess strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail to ensure the proper handling of materials. They also have strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with warehouse staff, logistics teams and supervisors, ensuring operations run smoothly and meet industry safety regulations.

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