Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Join our dynamic team as an experienced Forklift Operator on the 1st or 2nd shift. In this role, you will operate a propane-powered forklift to efficiently move materials around the plant and load trailers. You will perform daily basic maintenance on the forklift, including checking oil levels and conducting safety checks. Additionally, you will be responsible for general housekeeping and documentation of work. As part of your duties, you will also engage in material handling activities such as order picking, shipping, and receiving.

Responsibilities

• Operate a propane-powered forklift to move materials efficiently.
• Perform daily maintenance checks on the forklift, including oil level checks and safety inspections.
• Ensure general housekeeping and accurate documentation of work.
• Engage in material handler duties, including order picking, shipping, and receiving as assigned.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Become part of a family-owned company that has been rated as one of the best places to work in Maine. Benefit from excellent forklift training and join a team known for its high-quality drivers.

Work Environment

Work in a large warehouse setting with multiple forklifts operating simultaneously. The shift hours are from 7 to 3 : 30 PM and 3 : 30 PM to 12 : 00 AM. A high-visibility vest and steel-toed shoes are required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Biddeford, Maine.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Biddeford, ME.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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 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 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.