**Wheel Loader Operator –** **$20–$21/hr** We’re hiring experienced heavy equipment operators who can start ASAP. You’ll be working in a busy industrial yard moving product, turning piles, and helping prepare organic mixes. Fast interview process and quick start. **Job Duties** + Operate heavy equipment: forklifts, backhoes, front‑end loaders + Move mixed products and turn piles in the shipyard + Prepare and separate organic mixes + Lift up to 50 lbs + Perform light cleanup and keep equipment clean **Skills Needed** + Proficient with backhoes, front‑end loaders, forklifts + 2–3 years operating backhoe, skid loader, front‑end loader, and forklift + Able to work in dusty, non‑climate‑controlled environments **Additional Requirements** + High school diploma or equivalent + Able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and stay on your feet + Must work in a tobacco‑free environment **Experience Level** + Intermediate to expert **Location** + Pacific Junction, Iowa + Work inside the warehouse and outside in the shipping yard + Expect dusty and hot conditions **Shift** + Monday–Friday + 48 hours per week + No weekends **Apply now, expect a call or text from Kason!** **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pacific Junction, IA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Pacific Junction,IA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jan 6, 2026. **About Aerotek:** 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.