What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Lensa?
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Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Description
The Equipment Handler is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations through the proper use and basic care of material handling equipment, specifically forklifts. This role focuses on efficient equipment operation, loading and unloading activities at the dock doors, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
Responsibilities
Join a team that values safety, efficiency, and collaboration. Enjoy a supportive work environment where teamwork and mutual respect are at the forefront of operations.
Work Environment
Work in a dynamic warehouse setting operating stand-up, sit-down, and slip sheet forklifts. The environment emphasizes safety and organization with a focus on following standard operating procedures and maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Miami, Florida.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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
This is a fully onsite position in Miami,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.
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.
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Description
The Equipment Handler is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations through the proper use and basic care of material handling equipment, specifically forklifts. This role focuses on efficient equipment operation, loading and unloading activities at the dock doors, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily maintenance and minor repairs on warehouse equipment, such as forklifts.
- Schedule and conduct routine forklift inspections.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections and equipment servicing.
- Assist in the receiving, identification, staging, and dispatching of goods.
- Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move products within the warehouse.
- Load and unload containers and carry boxes up to 50 lbs.
- Ensure all trailers placed in the dock are properly locked.
- Follow all company standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines.
- Organize and maintain inventory related to warehouse equipment and parts.
- Ensure accuracy in shipment handling and inventory transactions.
- Keep dock areas clean, safe, and well-organized.
- Promote teamwork and collaboration across warehouse operations.
- Proficient in operating stand-up, sit-down, and slip sheet forklifts.
- OSHA Forklift License/Certification required.
- Proven warehouse experience.
- Strong commitment to safety, organization, and task completion.
- Bilingual or Spanish-speaking preferred.
- Basic knowledge of import/export processes, including labeling and documentation.
- Understanding of warehouse equipment care and handling.
- Knowledge of ocean container loading/unloading at dock level.
Join a team that values safety, efficiency, and collaboration. Enjoy a supportive work environment where teamwork and mutual respect are at the forefront of operations.
Work Environment
Work in a dynamic warehouse setting operating stand-up, sit-down, and slip sheet forklifts. The environment emphasizes safety and organization with a focus on following standard operating procedures and maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Miami, Florida.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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 Miami,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2025.
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.
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Salary : $17 - $18
