Forklift Operator

Talent Acquisition/Human Resources, The Aaron's Family of Companies • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $18 - $19

About The Position

Join Aaron’s dynamic team as a Forklift Operator and help ensure efficient, safe warehouse operations. The role transports merchandise using powered industrial trucks (PITs), supports the movement of goods through the warehouse, maintains safety compliance, and contributes to a clean and organized workspace. The position involves working in a fast-paced warehouse with varying temperatures, including indoor and outdoor environments.

The role offers a pay range of $18 to $19 per hour. Aaron’s describes its workplace as team-oriented, high-energy, and recognition-based, and offers career training, performance incentives, advancement opportunities, and benefits that vary based on full-time or part-time employment status.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Proficiency operating powered industrial trucks (PITs), with 2 or more years of experience, is preferred.
• OSHA or employee certification for PIT operation is preferred.
• A safe, verifiable operating history is appreciated.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently and heavier weights with assistance.
• Frequent bending, stooping, climbing, and pushing or pulling; constant sitting and fine hand/wrist manipulation; and occasional walking and standing.
• Comfort working in varying warehouse temperatures, including indoor and outdoor environments.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of powered industrial truck operation experience.
• OSHA or employee certification for PIT operation.
• Safe, verifiable operating history.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered industrial trucks, including counterbalance forklifts and order pickers, to transport and organize merchandise.
• Unload incoming stock, pick orders, and load outbound trucks to meet store needs.
• Perform daily PIT inspections and comply with OSHA and company safety regulations.
• Operate RF scanners as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized warehouse by sweeping, dusting, and mopping as needed.
• Follow company safety rules and participate in required training programs.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, and holidays.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with contribution matching.
• Career training.
• Competitive performance incentives.
• Advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED