Laborer

Aerotek; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits: medical, dental & vision, 1

Job summary

Aerotek in Matteson, IL is seeking a contract-based maintenance/operations worker to clear jams on conveyor and material handling equipment, climb ladders to access elevated areas, and perform preventive maintenance using basic hand tools. The role requires standing up to 12 hours, lifting up to 49 pounds, and working a schedule that may include weekends, nights, and holidays.

This onsite position offers weekly pay and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyor and material handling equipment (MHE) to maintain system uptime and consistent operational flow.
• Safely climb ladders and gangways to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions in hard-to-reach areas.
• Use basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks on various operational and maintenance projects.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and tasks on a variety of material handling and conveyance equipment, following established procedures.
• Follow all safety procedures and safe work practices while working on equipment and moving through the facility.
• Regularly bend, lift, stretch, and reach both below the waist and above the head to access equipment and components.
• Lift, carry, and move equipment and materials weighing up to 49 pounds as part of daily tasks.
• Stand and walk throughout the facility for shifts lasting up to 12 hours to support continuous operations.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, nights, and holidays to meet operational needs.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to support project initiatives and maintain efficient workflows.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyor and material handling equipment (MHE) to maintain system uptime and consistent operational flow.

• Safely climb ladders and gangways to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions in hard-to-reach areas.

• Use basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks on various operational and maintenance projects.

• Perform preventive maintenance checks and tasks on a variety of material handling and conveyance equipment, following established procedures.

• Follow all safety procedures and safe work practices while working on equipment and moving through the facility.

• Regularly bend, lift, stretch, and reach both below the waist and above the head to access equipment and components.

• Lift, carry, and move equipment and materials weighing up to 49 pounds as part of daily tasks.

• Stand and walk throughout the facility for shifts lasting up to 12 hours to support continuous operations.

• Work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, nights, and holidays to meet operational needs.

• Collaborate with team members and other departments to support project initiatives and maintain efficient workflows.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Matteson, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Matteson, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Matteson,IL.

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.