Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator (Crown Cherry Picker)

About the Role

Join our fast‑paced furniture distribution center as a Forklift Operator. In this role, you will operate a Crown cherry picker to pick, move, and unload packages throughout the warehouse—especially near the docks. You’ll work at heights, maneuver through narrow aisles, and help keep operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Crown cherry picker and other forklifts.
• Pick, stage, and unload packages throughout the warehouse and dock area.
• Navigate narrow aisles and work at elevated heights using the cherry picker.
• Maintain strong productivity in a high‑volume, performance-driven environment.
• Assist with general warehouse tasks, including inventory, loading, and unloading.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 6 months of experience operating a Crown cherry picker or similar forklift.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced warehouse.
• Not afraid of heights; able to work safely while elevated.
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a performance‑based warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with RF scanners and standard warehouse equipment.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, loading, and unloading.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Weekly productivity bonuses ranging from $125–$400, based on units picked and performance.
• Potential performance-based raises of $0–$2 during the contract.
• Direct‑hire benefits include full medical benefits, 401(k), and PTO.
• Stable schedule and long‑term growth opportunities.

Work Environment

• Large, semi–climate-controlled warehouse designed for cherry picker operation.
• Very fast-paced environment with narrow aisles and high productivity expectations.
• Night shift: Sunday–Thursday, 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM (1‑hour lunch).
• Small overnight team—only six forklift operators—so strong attendance is essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Oklahoma City, OK.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Oklahoma City,OK.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 2026.

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.