Forklift Operator

Job Description

Forklift OperatorPay: $20/HourLocation: Tacoma WAShift: 7AM-4PMJob Description

Candidates will be responsible for helping out wherever needed in this fence/gate fabrication shop. Responsibilities include general clean up, shop organization, pipe cutting, and assisting with fabricating tasks. Candidates must be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

Assist with general clean up and shop organization

Cut pipes and assist with fabricating tasks

Operate hand and power tools as needed

Help with welding tasks as a welder helper

Operate forklift for material handling

Follow blueprints and schematics during fabrication tasks

Work in various weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbsEssential Skills

Experience as a welder helper

Forklift operation experience

Mechanical inclination

Ability to read and follow blueprints/schematics

Proficiency with hand and power toolsAdditional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in pipe cutting and fabrication

Comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor environmentsWork Environment

This role involves working primarily outdoors, with some indoor tasks. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and be prepared to work wherever needed. The work schedule is from 7am to 4pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tacoma, Washington.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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:

• 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 Tacoma,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 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.Company Description

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 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.