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Job Title: 1st Shift - Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a diligent and experienced Forklift Operator to join our team. In this role, you will operate sit-down gas forklifts, and over time, you may also operate skid steers and balers. You will be responsible for stacking and moving recycling materials, transporting materials throughout the facility, and emptying full containers. You will perform general preventative maintenance on forklift equipment and assist wherever needed. Responsibilities + Operate sit-down forklifts (gas) efficiently. + Stack and move recycling materials and garbage. + Transport materials throughout the facility and empty full containers. + Perform general preventative maintenance on forklift equipment. + Assist in various tasks as needed across the facility. Essential Skills + 2-5 years of forklift operating experience. + Experience with material handling and loading. + Ability to perform heavy lifting (50lbs+). + Experience with heavy equipment, picking, general labor, skid steer, and loader. Additional Skills & Qualifications + 1+ year of small equipment operating experience. Why Work Here? Join a stable industry with abundant opportunities for growth and upward mobility. Enjoy endless overtime opportunities with no cap on weekly hours. Enjoy eligibility for a competitive benefits plan, including UW Health plans. Our company boasts high employee retention, with 80% of our employees having been with us for over 5 years. Work Environment, Shift Hours, and Pay + 1st Shift: 4:00am - EOS (12:30pm/1:00pm) @ $21/hr + 2nd Shift: 2:45pm - EOS (midnight) @ 22/hr The facility is located in Madison, WI. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.