Forklift Driver 2nd/3rd Shift URGENT
Aerotek
**Job Title: Yard Hostler/Forklift Driver - $21.50/hour (2nd and 3rd Shift)**
**Job Description**
As a Yard MHE Operator, you will be responsible for moving loaded and empty trailers in and out of the docks, ensuring adherence to safety procedures. You will also handle the movement of trailers within the property confines, perform manual duties such as trailer inspections, and maintain accurate documentation using basic computer or tablet systems.
**Responsibilities**
+ Move loaded and empty trailers in and out of the docks.
+ Move loaded and empty trailers for specific needs following safety procedures.
+ Drive empty and loaded trailers within the property confines (not on state and federal roadways).
+ Perform daily yard checks to verify trailer accuracy.
+ Perform manual duties such as trailer inspections and opening/closing trailer doors.
+ Inspect product or equipment to ensure it is free of damage or contamination.
+ Properly complete paperwork/documentation.
+ Use a basic computer and/or tablet for documentation purposes.
+ Operate a handheld radio.
+ Maintain daily housekeeping of the tractor being operated.
+ Report inconsistencies to the Traffic Coordinator.
**Essential Skills**
+ Experience with forklift operation is MUST. 6+ months of experience.
+ Heavy equipment operation skills.
+ Ability to operate stand-up reach and sit-down forklifts.
+ Experience with pallet jacks.
+ One year of experience operating a yard hostler or similar equipment.
**Why Work Here?**
We offer a competitive shift differential for second and third shifts, paid quarterly. Our company believes in promoting from within and offers a full scope of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Additionally, we have a community engagement group called 'Happy Tails,' which organizes cookouts and other community events.
**Work Environment**
This position is based at a new, state-of-the-art pet facility in Tongie. The work environment includes modern amenities and a focus on safety and efficiency.
**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.
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