Forklift Operator at Aerotek — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob Description Job Title: Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate Job Description This role combines forklift operation and hands-on warehouse work in a busy environment. You will focus on picking and loading customer orders, handling a wide range of materials, and ensuring accurate and timely order fulfillment. The position starts primarily indoors with a mix of manual lifting and forklift operation, with the potential to move outdoors to operate a sit-down forklift in a large yard. Responsibilities Pick and load customer orders promptly after they are received from the order desk, treating customer orders as the top priority throughout the day. Operate reach and sit-down forklifts safely to move, load, and unload building materials in both warehouse and yard environments. Frequently get on and off the forklift to manually handle and handbomb materials, spending approximately half the day lifting and moving individual items. Use RF scanners to accurately pick, verify, and record orders, ensuring correct products and quantities are prepared for customers. Unload incoming deliveries, check materials, and put away supplies in designated locations within the warehouse and yard. Prepare picks in advance for customers who have pre-ordered, organizing materials so they are ready for pickup the following day. Work outdoors when assigned, operating a sit-down forklift in the yard for the majority of the day in varying weather conditions. Provide courteous and efficient customer service, interacting with customers at the loading area and helping load their orders into their vehicles. Prioritize tasks effectively, frequently stopping current work to respond to new customer orders and shifting between duties as needed. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in both the warehouse and yard, following safety procedures at all times. Communicate clearly with the warehouse team, order desk, and leadership via radio and in person to coordinate order picking and loading. Work collaboratively with a small team, supporting coworkers and stepping in to help wherever needed to keep operations running smoothly. Essential Skills Minimum 2 years of experience performing heavy lifting. At least 1 year of experience operating a reach forklift for order picking in a narrow or smaller warehouse environment. At least 1 year of experience operating a sit-down forklift, including work in a yard setting. At least 1 year of experience in a smaller warehouse environment. At least 1 year of customer service experience, including direct interaction with customers in a fast-paced setting. At least 1 year of counterbalance forklift experience with propane and/or electric equipment. Valid AB certification for stand-up forklifts (including reach and dockstocker) and sit-down forklifts. Proven ability to lift 50 lbs continuously and up to 80 lbs with a partner, performing physical work for a significant portion of the day. Experience working safely in a warehouse or yard environment, including operating forklifts around people, vehicles, and stored materials. Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers, coworkers, and supervisors. Ability to multitask and change priorities quickly, stopping current tasks to load customer orders as required. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience using RF scan guns for picking, tracking, and verifying orders. Dockstocker forklift experience in warehouse operations. Additional sit-down forklift experience beyond the minimum requirement, especially in outdoor yards. Reliable transportation to a facility that is not immediately adjacent to public transit. A go-getter attitude, with a willingness to jump in, help others, and take on tasks as needed. Why Work Here? You will join a stable, long-tenured team where people are valued and treated as an important part of the operation. The company offers medical and dental benefits, as well as RSP matching, supporting both your health and long-term financial well-being. There is a strong track record of internal growth, with employees progressing from entry roles into leadership and sales positions, providing clear opportunities to build a long-term career. The culture values teamwork, diversity of backgrounds, and a balance of friendly and focused personalities, all working together to keep customers satisfied and operations running smoothly. Work Environment You will split time between indoor warehouse operations and, when assigned, outdoor yard work on a sit-down forklift, working in various weather conditions. The role follows a first-shift schedule, generally Monday to Friday between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with an 8-hour workday within that window, a half-hour lunch, and two 15-minute breaks, with potential overtime before or after the scheduled shift. The team consists of about nine people across the warehouse and yard, and the culture emphasizes teamwork, willingness to help, and making customers happy. Reliable transportation is recommended, as the nearest bus stop is approximately a 30-minute walk from the facility. Dress expectations align with a physical, industrial setting, requiring attire and footwear suitable for warehouse and yard work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of CALGARY, AB. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in CALGARY,AB. À propos d'Aerotek Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais. La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi. Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco: Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels. Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA): Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA. 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, employee assistance and discount programs. 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. 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. Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.