Forklift Operator

Job Title: Yard Forklift Operator Job Description

The Yard Forklift Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move, load, unload, and organize construction materials within the yard. In addition to equipment operation, this role performs a variety of general labor tasks to support overall yard operations, maintain cleanliness, and ensure a safe, organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move masonry, concrete products, steel, and other construction materials.

• Load and unload customer vehicles and delivery trucks accurately and efficiently.

• Transport materials to designated storage, staging, or pickup areas.

• Secure loads properly before transport.

• Stack, band, palletize, and organize materials according to yard layout and safety guidelines.

• Assist with inventory counts, material labeling, and stock rotation.

• Identify damaged, misplaced, or missing materials and report issues to supervisors.

Essential Skills

• Forklift operator experience.

• Sitdown forklift experience is heavily preferred.

• Experience working in an outside work environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• General labor skills.

• Experience in construction labor.

Why Work Here?

Joining this company means being part of a new venture that promises significant growth in the coming years. Enjoy a small work environment with a strong team-oriented mindset. Benefit from a comprehensive benefits package and ample PTO program. Starting as part of the original crew offers more opportunities for leadership with well-tenured employees. Work with air-conditioned lifts in the yard.

Work Environment

The role is based in a construction material yard that is cleanly and very organized. The yard provides a well-maintained workspace conducive to efficient operations.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Doswell,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

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.