Yard Worker

Job Title: Yard Worker

Job Description

This role supports a busy yard operation by tracking inventory, building and staging orders, coordinating drop-offs and deliveries, and loading and unloading trucks. You will operate industrial forklifts to safely move steel, pipes, tanks, and other materials while working primarily outdoors in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Track and maintain accurate inventory of materials in the yard using established procedures and tools.
• Build and stage customer and project orders according to specifications and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate drop-offs and deliveries to ensure materials are available when needed and routed correctly.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently using industrial forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Operate industrial and reach lift forklifts to move steel, pipes, tanks, and other heavy materials around the yard.
• Organize and maintain the yard to ensure materials are stored safely and are easy to locate.
• Monitor incoming and outgoing orders to keep up with high demand and ensure timely fulfillment.
• Work closely with logistics and yard teams to manage inventory flow and resolve any discrepancies.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while operating equipment and working outdoors.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support additional yard duties as needed to keep operations running smoothly.

Essential Skills

• Experience with inventory control in a yard, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience building and staging orders for shipment or delivery.
• Experience in logistics or material handling, including coordinating drop-offs and deliveries.
• Proven experience operating industrial forklifts to move heavy materials.
• Reach lift forklift experience in a yard or warehouse setting.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Comfort working outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions, including heat.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple orders and shifting priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a construction yard environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with handling steel, pipes, tanks, and similar industrial materials.
• Strong attention to detail when tracking inventory and building orders.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and operate equipment responsibly.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a consistent full-time schedule.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers long-term stability on a major project with several years of planned work, giving you the chance to grow with a consistent operation. The contract-to-hire path provides a clear route to a permanent role for those who perform well and want to build a lasting career. You will join a team-oriented environment where reliable, hard-working individuals are valued and given the opportunity to contribute to large-scale, ongoing projects.

Work Environment

You will work outdoors at a large industrial site in a construction yard setting. The schedule is a 50-hour work week, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with 10-hour days. The environment is fast-paced, with several orders and material movements occurring over the coming months, requiring close attention to inventory and order management. You must be comfortable working in the heat and performing physically active tasks throughout the day. Work involves regular use of industrial and reach lift forklifts and handling steel, pipes, tanks, and other heavy materials in an active yard operation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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 Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.