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Forklift Operator

elgin, il • Posted 4 days ago
Onsite Full Time Transportation and Material Moving Occupations

Forklift Operator

PeopleReady of Des Plaines, IL is now hiring Forklift Operators in Elgin, IL! As a Forklift Operator, you will move pallets and containers in a warehouse environment.

Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow.

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

  • Next-day pay for many of our open positions

  • The choice of long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions for extra cash

  • The convenience of applying for and accepting jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack! Text "READY" to 81555 to download JobStack and get started today

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $19 - $19 / hour*

What you'll be doing as a Forklift Operator :

  • Operate Equipment : Drive stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and center riders safely

  • Handle Inventory : Load and unload trailers, move large pallets, and place items in high storage racks (up to 45 feet)

  • Use Technology : Scan barcodes with handheld computers and follow screen prompts for daily tasks

  • Maintain Safety : Follow strict warehouse safety rules and wear protective gear

Available shifts:

Shift Timings: 1st Shift (Day)

Job requirements:

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady

  • Experience in warehouse settings is preferred

  • Ability to operate forklift and/or pallet jack required

  • Able to repeatedly lift to 50lbs, and able to continually bend, twist, and raise arms above head

  • Some assignments may require a valid driver's license or forklift License/Certificate

  • Able to work in areas with varying temperatures, lift heavy boxes, and work at high heights

  • Training : Complete Amazon's mandatory safety and equipment certification course during the first few days, even if you have past experience

  • Background check and drug screening required

Ready to take control of the way you work?

Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today.

Please contact our Des Plaines, IL branch for more information:

Branch # 1491

Address: 849 Elmhurst Road, Suite 101A, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Email Address:

*Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short-term disability. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: .

PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

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