Job Information
Aerotek Forklift Operator in Richmond, Virginia
Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Description
As a Forklift Operator, you will primarily be responsible for operating a forklift throughout the day to move and stage inventory. You will also use a hand jack to transport materials and prepare them for installers.
Responsibilities
Operate a forklift to move and stage inventory.
Use a hand jack to transport materials.
Prepare materials for installers.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in operating a forklift.
Experience in material handling and inventory management.
Ability to perform heavy lifting and general labor tasks.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Prior experience working on Amazon projects.
Strong attendance record.
Experience in extensive physical labor.
Why Work Here?
Join a team where the strongest performers have the opportunity to be selected for a travel team, offering unique exposure to an Amazon site and potential career advancement.
Work Environment
Work inside an Amazon Facility with a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Collaborate with PAC Advisors and Aerotek Services in a large warehouse featuring many moving parts. Dress code includes steel-toed shoes, jeans, and a work shirt. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays, requiring 8-10 hours per day.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 Richmond,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
About Aerotek:
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.