Material Handler Forklift

Material Handler Forklift Operator Job Description

This position is for a Warehouse Associate and sit-down forklift driver at a supply store located within the industrial park near the Domain. The role involves fulfilling orders for commercial and industrial customers, interacting occasionally with customers, vendors, and truck drivers during the loading and unloading of vehicles.

• Drive a sit-down forklift to load and unload trucks and stock shelves.
• Operate a sit-down clamp truck as required.
• Use a pallet jack to move materials throughout the warehouse.
• Utilize a scan gun to pick materials and verify accurate inventory tracking.
• Operate computers to verify the accuracy of orders and deliveries.
• Research inventory on supplier/vendor websites when materials are not in stock.

• 2+ years of experience driving a sit-down forklift.
• Proficiency in using a scan gun.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to use basic computer programs.
• Professional interaction with customers and truck drivers.

• Experience operating a sit-down clamp truck is preferred.
• Familiarity with navigating supplier inventory sites is preferred.

This is a contract-to-hire position offering good pay potential, starting at $20-$22. Enjoy benefits through Aerotek during the contract period and through Trane upon conversion. Benefit from a day shift opportunity, Monday to Friday, with minimal weekend work and limited overtime.

Work at a Trane Supply Store location in a smaller, climate-regulated warehouse with a small team. The facility may be warm in summers and cold in winters. The position offers a day shift from Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm with an hour for lunch. More opportunities for overtime are available in the summer, potentially requiring an earlier start time or a half-day on the weekend.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Austin, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2026.

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.