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Forklift training will be provided onsite for qualified candidates.Pay & Shift Options1st Shift7:00 AM – 7:00 PM$17.50/hourNight Shift7:00 PM – 7:00 AM$18.20/hourSchedule: 12-hour shifts following the Pitman Shift Schedule (rotating schedule with every other weekend off).Job ResponsibilitiesOperate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.Load, unload, and transport materials throughout the facility.Manually load and move tires when needed.Operate balers and other material handling equipment.Maintain a clean and safe work environment.Follow all safety procedures and work instructions.Work closely with Project Managers and other team members.RequirementsPrevious forklift experience preferred.Ability to lift and move materials as needed.Steel-toed boots are required.Must bring:Safety glovesHigh-visibility vestSafety glassesValid State ID or Driver's License required.Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.BenefitsHealthcare benefits available.Forklift training provided onsite.Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment.Eligible for consideration to become a full-time employee after 60–90 days based on attendance and performance.About the OpportunityThis position is located at a customer facility and is not at a landfill. You'll be joining a safety-focused team that supports environmental operations while gaining valuable forklift and material handling experience with opportunities for career growth. For more information please give us a call at 773-247-5557.Apply today to start your next career opportunity!#ZRIME.","company":"Staffing Network","rawCompany":"staffing network","city":"Aurora","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-20T00:20:08.608Z","occupations":[{"code":"53-7051.00","title":"Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators","slug":"industrial-truck-and-tractor-operators"},{"code":"53-7062.00","title":"Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand","slug":"laborers-and-freight-stock-and-material-movers-hand"},{"code":"53-7199.00","title":"Material Moving Workers, All Other","slug":"material-moving-workers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"488320","title":"Marine Cargo Handling","slug":"marine-cargo-handling"},{"code":"561320","title":"Temporary Help Services","slug":"temporary-help-services"},{"code":"493110","title":"General Warehousing and Storage","slug":"general-warehousing-and-storage"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Material Handler","description":"Job Description\n\nMaterial Handler / Sit-Down Forklift OperatorMount Vernon, IL 62864Now Hiring – Multiple Openings!We are currently hiring Material Handlers for a long-term opportunity at a customer facility in Mount Vernon, IL. This position primarily involves operating a sit-down forklift while assisting with material handling and tire recycling operations. Forklift training will be provided onsite for qualified candidates.Pay & Shift Options1st Shift7:00 AM – 7:00 PM$17.50/hourNight Shift7:00 PM – 7:00 AM$18.20/hourSchedule: 12-hour shifts following the Pitman Shift Schedule (rotating schedule with every other weekend off).Job ResponsibilitiesOperate a sit-down forklift safely and efficiently.Load, unload, and transport materials throughout the facility.Manually load and move tires when needed.Operate balers and other material handling equipment.Maintain a clean and safe work environment.Follow all safety procedures and work instructions.Work closely with Project Managers and other team members.RequirementsPrevious forklift experience preferred.Ability to lift and move materials as needed.Steel-toed boots are required.Must bring:Safety glovesHigh-visibility vestSafety glassesValid State ID or Driver's License required.Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.BenefitsHealthcare benefits available.Forklift training provided onsite.Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent employment.Eligible for consideration to become a full-time employee after 60–90 days based on attendance and performance.About the OpportunityThis position is located at a customer facility and is not at a landfill. 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