About this role
Job Title: Forklift Yard Worker/PaintJob DescriptionThe Forklift Yard Worker/Paint position involves operating a variety of sit-down forklifts throughout the yard, receiving new steel for welders, and preparing it for the welding department. You will be responsible for setting up pallets in the intake area, palletizing finished products for outgoing shipments, and staging products for truck pick-ups. You will also assist in inventory counts and lay out finished products in the paint area using forklifts, hoists, or by hand. This role requires physical strength to lift up to 70 lbs and flexibility to assist in various areas as needed.
Responsibilities
- Operate a variety of sit-down forklifts throughout the yard.
- Receive new steel for welders and prepare it for the welding department.
- Set up pallets in the yard for the intake area.
- Palletize finished products for outgoing shipments.
- Stage products for truck pick-ups.
- Assist in inventory counts.
- Lay out finished products in the paint area using forklifts, hoists, or by hand.
- Lift up to 70 lbs while moving steel and wood by hand.
- Assist in other areas as needed.
Essential Skills
- 1 year of sit-down forklift experience.
- Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Forklift operation.
- General labor.
- Paint preparation.
- Production and yard work.
Why Work Here? This company is family-oriented and treats all employees equally, ensuring their happiness and well-being. They offer comprehensive training for candidates interested in welding and skilled roles, encouraging initiative and drive. Employees enjoy benefits such as PTO, full medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401K plan.
Work EnvironmentThe work environment involves outdoor conditions, with production areas having bay doors that open frequently to the outside. The majority of the work will be conducted outside, requiring appropriate attire for the elements. Steel-toed boots, pants, and a long sleeve shirt are recommended. The work schedule is from 5am to 1:30pm, with potential overtime after shifts or on Saturdays if needed.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Billings, MT.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Billings,MT.
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.