Job Title:
Van Driver Location:
Des Moines •
Job Description:
The Van Driver supports millwork delivery operations by transporting doors, windows, trim, and related building materials to customers, contractors, and job sites using a non-CDL van truck. This role combines safe vehicle operation, professional customer service, and hands-on warehouse support, including staging orders and general material handling. The ideal candidate maintains a positive attitude, works effectively with the team, and consistently represents the company professionally.
- Responsibilities Deliver doors, windows, trim, and other millwork products to contractors, job sites, and customers using a company non-CDL van truck.
Load, secure, and unload building materials to ensure accurate, safe, and damage-free transport. Inspect deliveries for accuracy, completeness, and quality before leaving the warehouse and upon arrival at the customer site. Assist with warehouse operations, including staging orders, organizing materials, and general material handling when not on delivery routes. Operate the delivery vehicle safely in all weather and climate conditions while following company guidelines and DOT-related safety practices. Provide professional, courteous communication and customer service during all deliveries and interactions at job sites and customer locations. Collaborate with warehouse and delivery team members to coordinate routes, resolve issues, and ensure timely and accurate deliveries. Follow all safety procedures for loading, unloading, and handling materials, including the use of appropriate equipment such as forklifts when authorized and trained. Maintain a clean, organized delivery vehicle and report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly to operations leadership. Perform additional duties as assigned by operations leadership to support delivery and warehouse functions.
- Essential Skills Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record.
Ability to lift, carry, and handle building materials safely for the duration of the workday. Dependable attendance and strong reliability in meeting schedule and delivery commitments. Clear and professional verbal communication skills for interacting with customers, contractors, and team members. Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and commitment to excellent customer service. Ability to operate a non-CDL delivery truck safely in various weather and road conditions. Capability to work in a field-based delivery role that includes frequent loading, unloading, and material handling.
- Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in warehouse, construction materials, or millwork environments.
Familiarity with material handling practices, including staging orders and organizing inventory. Experience operating a forklift or similar material handling equipment (where properly trained and authorized). Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities between driving and warehouse support. Basic understanding of safety practices related to delivery driving and material handling.
Employees benefit from the use of a company-provided non-CDL van truck for all deliveries, along with stable full-time hours that offer long-term employment stability. The organization supports professional growth, including opportunities to move into warehouse, logistics, or CDL-track roles. Team members can earn yearly raises based on individual and company performance and enjoy a strong benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with a 1.5% match and affordable health, vision, and dental coverage for individual plans. The culture values reliability, teamwork, and safety, creating an environment where employees can build a lasting and rewarding career.
- Work Environment This is a field-based delivery role where most work occurs on routes to customer sites and job locations, combined with warehouse support responsibilities when not driving.
The position follows a full-time, standard daytime schedule, providing consistent hours. The Van Driver works closely with warehouse and delivery teams and reports to operations leadership in a collaborative, team-focused environment. Deliveries take place in all weather conditions, so the role involves regular exposure to outdoor elements and varying climate conditions. The work includes frequent lifting and handling of building materials and the use of material handling equipment, such as forklifts, where appropriate training and authorization are provided. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grimes, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Grimes,IA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 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.
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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.
