Forklift Operator

The Hourly range for this role is $17.25 to $18.75 per hour*

Overview :

A forklift operator transports merchandise using a forklift truck or reach truck to designated locations within the warehouse.

Total Rewards :

Our comprehensive benefits package** includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Employee Retirement Plan, 401(k)

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, holidays)

• Ongoing Training and Development

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Pay-on-Demand Options

• Employee Assistance Program

• Parental Leave Benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Accounts

• Discounts

• Matching Gifts

• Wellness Programs (physical and financial)

• Community Outreach

The Details :

What You Need :

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

• Previous warehouse and forklift experience is a plus.

• 2 years’ experience operating a powered industrial truck

• OSHA certification preferable, employer certification also considered

• Primary skills would include experience with counterbalance or stand-up forklift, order picker, and carton clamp attachment

• Other powered industrial truck skills will also be considered

• Safe, verifiable operating history from previous employer would be appreciated

• Typical work schedules are Mon-Fri. Multiple shifts may be available

• Works within established procedures with a moderate degree of supervision

What You’ll Do :

• Loading / unloading trucks, stocking, order filling, and other related tasks

• Must be able to lift, load and dolly 50-300lbs

• Perform physical labor up to 10 hours per day

• Operates a powered forklift truck on a regular and continuous basis to move merchandise or equipment in a distribution center

Physical Requirements

Hearing/Speaking:

Effective communication with associates, supervisors/managers, and customers as required Bending/Stooping:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

Climbing:

• Not Present Lifting:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

Lifting Weight:

• Ability to lift-up to 40 lbs. independently and greater than 40 lbs. with assistance

Pushing/Pulling:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

Sitting:

• Occasionally (activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of time)

Standing:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time)

Walking:

• Frequently (activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of time

*This is an exempt role, paid a salary wage. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

**Benefits vary based on full- and part-time employment status.

Aaron's is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, celebrates our team members' differences, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, pregnancy, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military duty, gender expression, genetic information, or any other protected class. Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should contact hrsupport@aarons.com . Aaron's is an Equal Opportunity Employer .