This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
76% STARs in role.
The Forklift Operator will be responsible for safely loading, unloading, and transporting high-grade lumber in the yard. This role involves managing heavy raw materials, inspecting equipment, maintaining yard safety, and preparing lumber packages for truck and railcar shipping. Loads will range from 6 ft. wide to 20/30 ft.
Responsibilities- Safely drive and operate heavy-duty sit-down forklifts (often 10,000+ lb capacity) to move, stack, and transport large bundles of lumber.
- Load and unload flatbed trucks and railcars accurately, ensuring loads are properly centered, strapped, and banded.
- Accurately identify lumber species, widths, and lengths, and position materials in designated storage bays.
- Conduct pre-shift OSHA-required inspections on forklifts, clear the work area of loose wood and debris, and report any hazards.
- Verify, label, and scan product inventory for accuracy, preventing product damage during movement.
- Assist customers, truck drivers, and fellow mill staff in locating and pulling the correct products.
- Forklift certification
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working in an outdoor environment
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Experience operating a large-capacity forklift to handle oversized loads varying in dimensions
- Knowledge of lumber species, widths, and lengths
- Experience in shipping and receiving, pallet stacking, and inventory control
This company is a second-chance employer and a 3rd generation family-owned business that believes in providing opportunities for individuals ready to build successful careers. With many staff members nearing retirement age, there is significant potential for quick career growth within the company. Enjoy annual events like a summer picnic, holiday party, and raffle, as well as perks such as free turkeys for Thanksgiving, PTO, paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, and life insurance.
Work EnvironmentThis role is situated in a larger lumber yard with several sections and multiple small buildings. Candidates will be required to work both outside and inside at various times during their shift. The work environment is large and industrial, with trucks, forklifts, and materials constantly in motion throughout the yard. Candidates must be comfortable being exposed to the elements and loud machinery while working outdoors.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Plains, OR.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in North Plains,OR.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006265965