Job Title: Wheel Loader Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Wheel Loader Operator for our location in Muscatine, IA. The ideal candidate will have significant experience operating forklifts or front-end loaders, preferably in a sawmill or hardwood shop environment. This role involves handling raw materials such as trees and logs, which are processed into various products like railroad ties and construction materials. The position requires working independently at times while maintaining effective communication with team members to ensure smooth production flow. Attention to detail and reliability are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

Operate loading equipment to move logs and lumber in a sawmill.Load and unload materials from trucks or containers, ensuring materials are undamaged.Collaborate with plant members to maintain an organized yard.Conduct routine inspections of equipment.

Essential Skills

1+ year of experience with forklifts or front-end loaders.Ability to operate various heavy machinery including excavators and dozers.Experience in machine operating, grinding, and woodworking.Basic understanding of blueprints and the manufacturing industry.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

1+ year of experience with front-end or wheel loader attachments.Familiarity with log handling and lumber products.Knowledge of wood species for sorting is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including a 401k with company match, full health insurance with HSA options, a flexible spending account, and paid time off. Be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are valued.

Work Environment

The work schedule is from 5am to 3:30pm, Monday to Thursday, and 6am to 12pm on Fridays. The dress code requires jeans or long pants, steel or composite boots, and hearing and eye protection. You will work in a fast-paced sawmill environment alongside approximately 20 employees, handling both indoor and outdoor conditions. The team values diversity and welcomes bilingual candidates.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Muscatine, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Muscatine,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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