Job Description
As a Yard Worker, you will play a crucial role in the operations of our outdoor yard, assisting with various tasks such as pulling orders from trucks, using a forklift to transport inventory, and supporting deliveries to clients. While you won't be driving vehicles, you will accompany full-time employees on deliveries.
ResponsibilitiesOperate a forklift to transport inventory within the yard.Pull orders from trucks and prepare them for dispatch.Assist with client deliveries alongside full-time employees.Utilize hand tools for various tasks as needed.Work collaboratively with a team of approximately 25 yard workers.Essential SkillsMinimum of 6 months of production and forklift experience.At least 6 months working in an outdoor environment.Proficiency in using hand tools and 6 months of framing experience.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in construction and general labor.Understanding of manufacturing processes.Why Work Here?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes profit-sharing, paid time off, significant employee discounts, a company match 401k, and health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
Work Environment
You will work in a dynamic environment with approximately 100 employees including inventory staff, office personnel, runners, framers, installers, and management. The role requires adaptability to both indoor and outdoor conditions, with attire suitable for various weather elements. Working hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 5:00pm and every other Saturday from 7:00am to noon, with extended hours during busy periods. Safety gear such as gloves, safety glasses, and hard hats will be provided, and jeans and a t-shirt are appropriate attire.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grimes, Iowa.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Grimes,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2025.
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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.
\n \n \nAerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
\n \nThe 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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