Outdoor Forklift Operator & Yard Coordinator

Aerotek; Iowa; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek in Bettendorf, IA is seeking a Material Handler on first shift to coordinate yard operations, move inventory with a sit-down forklift, and support customer orders by picking and staging materials.

This contract-to-hire role is fully onsite with pay of $18 per hour. You will work outdoors in varying weather, lift up to 75 lbs, learn overhead crane operation, and collaborate with a small team to meet daily production goals.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse, yard, or industrial environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs regularly as part of daily duties.
• Comfort reading inventory labels, order forms, and basic documentation to pick and stage orders accurately.
• Willingness to learn overhead crane operation and additional material handling equipment.
• Reliable work habits with a focus on safety, organization, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move products safely and efficiently throughout the yard and shop areas.
• Serve as the yard coordinator by organizing materials, maintaining inventory locations, and ensuring products are easy to access.
• Work in outdoor elements daily, handling and transporting materials in various weather conditions.
• Pick customer-prescribed orders accurately by reading inventory labels and following order documentation.
• Perform general labor and material handling tasks, including loading, unloading, and staging products.
• Lift and move heavy items up to 75 lbs on a regular basis while following safe lifting practices.
• Learn and operate overhead cranes and other material handling equipment as needed.
• Use hand and power tools when required to support pipe fabrication or related shop tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized yard and shop area, keeping walkways and workspaces free of hazards.
• Interact professionally with customers when needed, supporting a positive service experience.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of required personal protective equipment and adherence to facility rules.
• Collaborate with a small team to meet daily production and shipping goals and support overall shop operations.

Skills

Forklift operator

Outdoor work

Lifting 75 lbs

Teamwork

Read labels

Safety awareness

Overhead crane learning

Job description

Aerotek in Bettendorf, IA is seeking a Material Handler on first shift to coordinate yard operations, move inventory with a sit-down forklift, and support customer orders by picking and staging materials.

This contract-to-hire role is fully onsite with pay of $18 per hour. You will work outdoors in varying weather, lift up to 75 lbs, learn overhead crane operation, and collaborate with a small team to meet daily production goals.