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Forklift Operator

Job in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, 75215, USA
Listing for: Aerotek
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-11
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21 USD Hourly USD 21.00 HOUR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title:

Forklift Operator

Job Description

This role involves operating a sit-down forklift in a fast-paced warehouse environment to accurately pull orders, load and unload customer vehicles, and maintain a clean and organized facility. You will play a key part in ensuring inventory moves efficiently and safely throughout the warehouse.

Responsibilities
  • Operate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
  • Pull orders accurately based on pick tickets and ensure the correct items and quantities are selected.
  • Load and unload customer vehicles and flatbeds with care to prevent damage and ensure safe transport.
  • Move, stack, and organize materials and products within the warehouse as directed.
  • Assist with general warehouse inventory handling and material flow as needed.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse by following housekeeping and safety procedures.
  • Inspect forklift and related equipment before use and report any issues or maintenance needs.
Essential Skills
  • A minimum of 13 years of sit-down forklift operating experience.
  • Proficiency operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse environment.
  • Experience working with warehouse inventory and material handling.
  • Ability to read and follow pick tickets and order documentation accurately.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate order pulling and safe loading.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
  • Reliability to work a consistent Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Additional

Skills & Qualifications
  • Previous experience in a general warehouse or distribution environment.
  • Familiarity with basic inventory handling and warehouse organization practices.
  • Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and drivers.
  • Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to warehouse safety guidelines.
Why Work Here?

You will join a stable operation with consistent daytime hours, allowing for a predictable work schedule and work-life balance. The role offers the opportunity to develop and refine your forklift and warehouse skills in a supportive environment that values safety, reliability, and teamwork.

Work Environment

This position is based in a warehouse environment with a fast-paced workflow and frequent use of sit-down forklifts and other material handling equipment. You will work Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for approximately 4042 hours per week. The role involves regular loading and unloading of customer vehicles and flatbeds, movement of inventory throughout the facility, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Job

Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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)

Job Type & Location

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

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

About Aerotek

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.

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