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| **Company** | Akima |
| **Location** | Chambersburg, PA |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 24, 2026 |
## Description

AFO is looking for a Forklift Operator to work in Chambersburg, PA. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

**Responsibilities**  

- Operates manually controlled forklifts (gasoline, electric, diesel, or liquid propane gas) to transport goods and materials.
- Moves materials within warehouses, manufacturing plants, or other facilities.
- Follows all safety guidelines established by LEAD while operating equipment.
- Operates and maintains certification on forklifts up to 36K capacity, based on mission requirements.
- Obtains forklift license upon request and as required for the role.

**Qualifications**  

- 1- 3 years of experience.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to Obtain and Maintain Government Secret Security Clearance.

**Job ID**  

2026-25574  
**Work Type**  

On-Site  
**Company Description**  

![OpCo_Logos_AFO_for Taleo](https://nana-akima.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=98&hashed=1652425878)

**Work Where it Matters**

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

**For our shareholders,** AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

**For our government customers,** AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

**As an AFO employee,** you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement
## Skills

- Diesel Engine Repair
- Liquid (Templating Language)
- Secret Security Clearance
- Workplace Safety
- Propane Systems
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift License

## How to Apply

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