Forklift And Material Handler

Aerotek; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a Pipe Handler / Forklift Operator in Riverdale, IA on the 1st shift. You will support warehouse and production operations in a clean, modern facility, handling pipe products, loading/unloading, and preparing customer orders while staying active throughout the day.

The role requires forklift experience, safe work habits, and the ability to read orders. You will work in a small team with opportunities to learn across departments and grow into leadership over time.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of forklift and material handling experience.
• Experience in warehouse, shipping, receiving, production, or distribution environments.
• Ability to read work orders and follow instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material‑handling equipment.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Pick, stage, and prepare customer orders.
• Move pipe and coil products throughout the facility.
• Label, barcode, bundle, and wrap materials for shipment.
• Cut pipe to length according to customer specifications.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, packaging, and inventory tasks.
• Support customer pick‑up and will‑call orders.
• Work across multiple departments while learning new skills.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Reading work orders

Attention to safety

Team player

Job description

Pipe Handler / Forklift Operator

Riverdale, IA | 1st Shift

Join a Team Where You're More Than Just a Number

Looking for a stable first-shift opportunity with room to grow? We're hiring a Pipe Handler / Forklift Operator to support warehouse and production operations in a clean, modern facility in Riverdale. If you have forklift experience and enjoy staying active throughout the day, this could be a great fit.

You’ll work with a small, supportive team handling pipe products, loading and unloading materials, preparing customer orders, and helping keep operations running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Operate sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material‑handling equipment

• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently

• Pick, stage, and prepare customer orders

• Move pipe and coil products throughout the facility

• Label, barcode, bundle, and wrap materials for shipment

• Cut pipe to length according to customer specifications

• Assist with shipping, receiving, packaging, and inventory tasks

• Support customer pick‑up and will‑call orders

• Work across multiple departments while learning new skills

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of forklift and material handling experience

• Experience in warehouse, shipping, receiving, production, or distribution environments

• Ability to read work orders and follow instructions

• Strong attention to detail and safety

• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials throughout the shift

• Dependable team player with a positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• 6+ months of sit-down forklift experience

• Experience with pipe, steel, coil, or building materials

• Shipping and receiving experience

• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

First‑shift schedule

Minimal mandatory overtime

Clean, well‑lit, modern facility

Small team environment where your contributions are recognized

Cross‑training opportunities to expand your skills

Potential growth into a Lead position after hire

Stable company with long‑term career opportunities

Work Environment

This position is based in a warehouse and production facility in the Riverdale/Bettendorf area. The facility is clean and organized, with a team‑oriented atmosphere. The environment is not climate‑controlled, so temperatures vary with the seasons. Employees regularly use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other industrial equipment while working with pipe and coil products.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

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 Riverdale, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.