Forklift Operator @ Aerotek

Job Title: Forklift Operator Reach TruckJob DescriptionAs a Forklift Operator Reach Truck, you operate specialized narrow-aisle electric reach trucks to safely move, stack, and retrieve materials within high-density warehouse storage racks. You ensure accurate and efficient material handling, support smooth warehouse operations, and uphold strict safety and inventory control standards while working with RF scanners and warehouse management systems in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand-up reach trucks in tight, very narrow aisles and elevate loads to high rack levels in high-density storage areas.
• Transport, load, and unload palletized goods between storage racks, staging areas, and shipping docks.
• Handle materials using both sit-down and stand-up forklifts as needed to support warehouse operations.
• Use RF scanners to accurately pull orders, build pallets, and stage products for loading onto trucks.
• Work within warehouse management systems to track inventory, perform cycle counts, and verify stock locations.
• Ensure accurate placement and retrieval of goods to maintain organized, reliable, and easily accessible inventory.
• Conduct thorough pre-shift equipment inspections to identify mechanical or safety issues before operating forklifts.
• Report hazards, damaged racks, or equipment issues promptly to help maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of obstructions throughout the shift to support safe and efficient operations.
• Follow all warehouse safety procedures, equipment guidelines, and material handling protocols consistently.
• Collaborate with warehouse team members to support shipping, receiving, and overall workflow across the facility.
• Maintain reliability and punctuality to support consistent MondayFriday warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating reach truck forklifts in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to safely maneuver stand-up reach trucks in very narrow aisles and high rack storage areas.
• Hands-on experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts for material handling.
• Proficiency using RF scanners to track, verify, and update inventory data and pull orders accurately.
• Strong understanding of basic inventory control practices, including cycle counting and stock verification.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, including performing pre-shift equipment inspections and following safety protocols.
• Ability to efficiently load, unload, and move palletized goods with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail when placing and retrieving materials in high-density storage racks.
• Reliability and punctuality for full-time, MondayFriday warehouse operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in high-density warehouse storage environments with very narrow aisles.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and electronic inventory tracking tools.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented warehouse setting.
• Strong communication skills to report hazards, equipment issues, and inventory discrepancies clearly and promptly.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas throughout the shift.

Why Work Here? You join a growing operation that is combining with another local organization, creating extensive opportunities for advancement and long-term stability. With a new, larger structure and plans to hire many additional team members, you benefit from a dynamic environment where your skills are valued, your contributions make a visible impact, and there is genuine room to grow your career over time.

Work EnvironmentThis is a full-time warehouse role with hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The facility is located south of the 215 and features high-density storage racks and very narrow aisles designed specifically for reach truck operations. You work on the warehouse floor in an active material-handling environment, operating electric reach trucks and other forklifts, using RF scanners and warehouse management systems, and moving palletized goods between racks, staging areas, and shipping docks. The warehouse is equipped with cooling fans to support comfort during the workday, and the environment emphasizes safety, organization, and teamwork.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Las Vegas, NV.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Las Vegas,NV.

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. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.