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Forklift / Material Handler

Greenville, SC; Greenville; South Carolina; SC; Greenville, South Carolina; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Amentum is seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Fork Truck Driver / Material Handler to join our industrial maintenance team in Greenville, SC. As a key team member, you will handle the efficient transportation of materials within and outside the facility while ensuring adherence to safety standards. If you have a passion for precision and teamwork, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate forklifts to load, unload, ship, and receive warehouse items.
  • Transport materials within the facility and to external locations as needed.
  • Handle order picking, packaging, and preparation for shipment.
  • Maintain professional and courteous relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Communicate material handling equipment (MHE) concerns team members and management.
  • Follow and promote Amentum safety practices, participating in safety meetings and adhering to all safety protocols.
  • Complete other duties assigned by supervisors or managers.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Requirements:

  • Pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
  • Possess a valid Driver's License (if required for the position).
  • U.S. work authorization required (sponsorship not available).
  • Ability to obtain a security access badge at the client’s location.
  • Flexible to work various shifts, weekends, and alternative schedules as needed.

Physical Requirements:

  • Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequently climb ladders, stairs, and navigate uneven surfaces during shifts.
  • Perform repetitive bending, stooping, squatting, stretching, and wrist movements.
  • Kneel, reach, and move actively through 90-degree motions during shifts.
  • Walk extensively throughout the facility during work hours.
  • Use approved utility knives and differentiate wire color codes.
  • Interact professionally with clients, team members, and management, even in high-pressure scenarios.
  • Note: Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, etc., is mandatory.

Compensation Details:

$20

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

_Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits._

Original Posting:

04/28/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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