Job Information
Aerotek Heavy Duty Forklift Operator in Bakersfield, California
Job Title: Heavy Duty Forklift Operator
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Material Handler with industrial forklift experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling and loading steel beams and other large materials.
Responsibilities
Operate industrial forklifts to load and unload steel beams (20-30 ft in length)
Handle and move large, awkwardly weighted loads such as pipes, metal, paints, and other equipment
Perform general shop helper duties in addition to forklift operation
Ensure safe and efficient handling of materials within the fab shop
Essential Skills
Industrial forklift experience
Experience loading steel beams and other large materials
Ability to handle awkward weights and large size loads
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Forklift certification preferred
Experience in a pipe yard or with moving structural steel
Ability to work in an outdoor fabrication shop environment
Flexibility to work varying shifts and occasional weekends
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team and gain valuable experience in handling large industrial materials.
Work Environment
The work environment is primarily an outdoor fabrication shop where all steel structural products are created.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bakersfield, California.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00
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 Bakersfield,CA.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 11, 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.