Forklift Operator

at Aerotek in Portland, Maine, United States

Forklift Operator - Hiring Immediately!

?? Portland, Maine | ?? Cold Storage Facility | Contract-to-Hire

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Were looking for a reliable and experienced Forklift Operator to join our team in Portland, ME. If youre comfortable working in a refrigerated environment and want to be part of a growing operation with brand-new equipment, this is the opportunity for you.

Shift/Pay : 1st shift, $21-22/hour

What Youll Do

+ Operate sit-down forklifts safely and efficiently.

+ Pick, pack, and move various orders and materials.

+ Perform inventory counts and quality inspections.

+ Assist with general labor tasks as needed.

+ Maintain safety standards in a refrigerated/freezer environment.

What You Bring

+ At least 6 months of forklift experience.

+ Comfortable working in cold storage (32F to -10F).

+ Ability to lift40+ lbs regularly.

+ Basic computer skills and familiarity with inventory systems.

+ Experience in material handling or general warehouse labor.

Why Youll Love Working Here

+ Top-of-the-line Equipment: Work with brand-new forklifts and tools.

+ Growth Opportunity: Be one of the first hires and grow with the company.

+ Supportive Environment: Join a team that values safety, innovation, and teamwork.

+ Comfort Considerations: Heated forklift cabins (~50F) and full protective gear provided.

Schedule & Details

+ Shift: Monday-Friday, starting at 7:00 AM

+ Type: Contract-to-Hire

+ Location: Portland, Maine

+ Environment: Cold storage facility ( PPE provided)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 $22.00/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 Portland,ME.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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.