Warehouse Worker, Norfolk, VA

Pay: $18/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift | No Weekend Overtime

We are hiring a Warehouse Worker / Forklift Operator for a small distribution center specializing in building materials such as lumber, hardwood flooring, laminate, fixtures, and cabinet hardware.

This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on forklift operation combined with general warehouse duties. You’ll spend approximately one-third of your time operating a forklift and the remaining time handling materials, picking orders, and keeping the warehouse organized.

This position is ideal for someone dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable with physical warehouse work in a close‑knit team environment.

• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently to move, stack, and stage materials
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers
• Pick, stage, and prepare customer orders accurately using pick tickets
• Use RF scanners and inventory tools to track products and maintain inventory accuracy
• Lift and move laminate and wood sheets (approx. 19–25 lbs per sheet , up to 200 sheets/day)
• Perform routine forklift safety checks and report maintenance issues
• Assist with shipping and receiving, including verifying inbound and outbound shipments
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free warehouse
• Work closely with warehouse teammates to meet daily production goals
• Interact professionally with drivers and customers
• Be available for weekday overtime when needed (no weekend overtime)

• Prior forklift operating experience in a warehouse or distribution environment
• Experience with general warehouse duties such as picking, loading, unloading, and staging
• Ability to repeatedly lift 19–25 lbs throughout the shift
• Familiarity with RF scanners or basic inventory systems
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Comfortable working in a non‑climate‑controlled warehouse
• Team-oriented with the ability to take initiative and work independently

• Experience handling building materials (lumber, laminate, hardwood flooring)
• Experience in shipping and receiving
• Experience in a small distribution or warehouse team
• Interest in learning new skills and growing within the company

• Small warehouse team (6–10 employees)
• Organized racking and designated storage areas
• Forklift operation (~33%) and manual warehouse work (~67%)
• Physically active role in a non‑climate‑controlled facility
• Typical hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00/6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday

• $18/hour stable pay
• No weekend overtime
• Supportive, family‑style team environment
• Leadership that understands warehouse work and promotes from within
• Opportunity for growth and skill development over time

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, VA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Norfolk,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.

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.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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