Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Description

The Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring materials are properly received, stored, and loaded for production. This role involves maintaining the yard area in an organized manner and assisting customers with loading materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment for plant start-up each morning.
• Operate a forklift to move, place, and load masonry products.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks in and around the plant building and yard, including sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, and cutting grass.
• Maintain the orderly organization of equipment and supplies in and around the yard and plant.
• Ensure the cleanliness and appearance of plant grounds.
• Perform other duties as directed by the plant manager.

• Forklift experience is a must.
• Material handling, picking, sit down forklift operation.
• Loading and unloading skills.
• Experience in masonry, construction, bricklaying, and concrete.

• Valid/current driver's license.
• Experience with general or routine maintenance tasks.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work independently or in a team setting.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to read, write, and distinguish colors.
• Ability to read a ruler knowledgeably.
• Capability to perform simple math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

This position offers a contract-to-hire opportunity with excellent health benefits and a 401k match. The company promotes from within, providing opportunities for career advancement.

Work Environment

The majority of work is performed outside, with exposure to weather elements such as heat, cold, rain, and dust. The job occasionally involves rough, muddy, and icy walking surfaces, intermittent exposure to high noise levels and vibration, and frequent exposure to moving parts. Workers will also handle cement, lime, concrete, admixtures, diesel fuel, propane, and other substances that may be hazardous if not handled correctly. The role includes frequent exposure to water and wet conditions. Personal protective equipment is provided where necessary or requested.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Danville, VA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Danville,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

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.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.