Heavy Duty Forklift Operator

Yard Jockey Needed
- Heavy Duty!

Weekly Pay $25/hr

The yard jockey operates forklifts and other shop equipment to move steel, stage materials for welders, and support daily yard and structural fabrication shop operations. This hands-on role assists with shipping and receiving, including loading and unloading trucks and preparing materials for shipment. The position also supports light fabrication and general shop tasks, working closely with welders and fabricators to keep production running smoothly.

You will move throughout the yard and shop for most of the shift and remain flexible to help wherever needed.

• Operate forklifts safely in both yard and shop environments to move steel and other heavy materials.
• Stage materials for welders and fabricators to ensure production flows efficiently.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading trucks, packaging materials, and supporting inventory processes.
• Support light fabrication tasks and general shop duties as directed by shop leadership.
• Use overhead and jib cranes to move and position heavy materials safely and efficiently.
• Work closely with welders and fabricators to maintain steady production and address material needs promptly.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in the yard and shop, understanding that conditions can be messy and require regular housekeeping.

• Proven experience operating heavy industrial forklifts in yard and shop environments outside
• Strong material handling skills, including moving, staging, and organizing steel and other heavy materials.
• Experience supporting shipping and receiving activities such as loading and unloading trucks, packaging, and basic inventory support.
• Comfort working around steel and heavy materials in an active structural fabrication environment.
• Ability to move throughout the yard and shop for most of the shift and perform physically active work.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to jump in and help where needed.
• Comfortable operating overhead and jib cranes to move and position materials safely.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from yearly bonus potential and the opportunity to work in a hands-on structural fabrication environment where teamwork and flexibility are valued. The role offers consistent daytime hours and the chance to build and broaden practical skills with a variety of equipment and fabrication processes.

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shakopee, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/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 Shakopee, MN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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:  | 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.