Forklift Operator / Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment / Forklift Operator

Location: Wharton, NJ

Shift: First Shift

Pay: $20.00 hour

We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment / Forklift Operator to efficiently operate a sit down forklift. You will be responsible for moving bags of stone, granite, mulch, and rock, as well as palletizing and assisting with material lifting. The role requires proficiency in operating a sit down, propane, 5,000Lb lift.

• Operate a sit down propane forklift.
• Safely operate heavy equipment such as loaders or skid steers for material handling.
• Move and palletize materials including stone, granite, mulch, and rock.
• Assist with lifting and loading materials as needed.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report maintenance needs.

Requirements:

• Experience operating heavy equipment / sit-down propane forklift.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wharton, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Wharton, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 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.