Material Runner / Yard Laborer

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Weekly pay

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Champaign, IL is hiring a dependable Material Runner to support warehouse and yard operations. You will load and unload materials, stage items, operate material-handling equipment, assist with deliveries, and maintain safe, organized work areas in all weather conditions.

The role is full-time, day shift, with potential overtime. Candidates should be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds, possess a valid driver’s license, and have

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required.
• Class C Non CDL preferred.
• Prior warehouse, yard, or material handling experience required.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload materials and equipment.
• Place materials in designated warehouse or yard locations.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment.
• Hitch and tow trailers and drive trucks safely.
• Perform general construction yard and labor support tasks.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization of work areas.

Skills

Physical stamina

Valid driver's license

Safety compliance

Warehousing experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

We’re hiring a dependable Material Runner to support warehouse and construction yard operations in the Champaign, IL area.

What You’ll Be Doing

Load and unload materials, parts, and supplies from trucks and trailers. Stage and organize materials in warehouse and yard locations, operate material-handling equipment, and support general yard and labor tasks as needed. Assist with deliveries. Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas while following all safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload materials and equipment
• Place materials in designated warehouse or yard locations
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment
• Hitch and tow trailers and drive trucks safely
• Perform general construction yard and labor support tasks
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization of work areas

Required Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required
• Class C Non CDL preferred
• Prior warehouse, yard, or material handling experience required
• Construction yard or outdoor labor experience preferred
• Forklift experience preferred; certification is a plus

Work Environment

Warehouse and outdoor construction yard setting. Candidates must be comfortable working on their feet, performing physical labor, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Schedule

Full-time, day shift. Overtime may be available based on workload.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonuses

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