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Aerotek

Yard Labor

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A Yard Truck Driver drives trucks within a specific, small environment such as a factory yard or a rail yard. Often requires more experience due to tight spaces. May require forklift experience.

$32,469 / year median in the U.S.

+11% projected growth

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Yard Laborer Pay:
$19/hr Job Description This role involves working outdoors in a vehicle yard, inspecting and checking in totaled vehicles received from insurance companies. You will visually assess each vehicle, document its condition using a handheld device, and attempt to start it using standard procedures. The position requires consistent outdoor labor in all weather conditions, basic car knowledge, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Responsibilities Inspect incoming totaled vehicles from insurance companies and perform a detailed inventory of each vehicle. Visually check vehicles for intact glass and identify any missing body panels such as fenders, bumpers, hoods, and trunks. Assess basic interior components including steering wheel, seats, radio, and other visible features, and record their condition. Attempt to start each vehicle and document whether it starts successfully. Use a battery pack to jump-start vehicles that do not start on their own and record the outcome. Enter all inspection and inventory information into a handheld device similar to a tablet accurately and in a timely manner. Work independently in the yard with little to no direct supervision while maintaining productivity and safety standards. Communicate with team members and supervisors via handheld radio as needed for support or clarification. Follow safety guidelines and use provided safety gear and gloves while working in the yard. Essential Skills Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain and shine, on a regular basis. Basic car knowledge, including the ability to identify common vehicle parts such as fenders, bumpers, hoods, trunks, and basic interior components. Experience with general labor, construction, outdoor labor, yard work, or similar physically active roles. Ability to use a handheld device similar to a tablet and comfort with smartphones or tablets for data entry. Basic computer skills to support accurate data entry and use of handheld technology. Capability to learn new tasks quickly within a short training period and retain procedural information. High school diploma or GED. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with car detailing, yard work, or outdoor labor environments. Comfort working around vehicles in an industrial yard setting. Strong attention to detail when inspecting and documenting vehicle conditions. Good communication skills for using handheld radios and interacting with a small on-site team. Reliability and punctuality for a consistent Monday through Friday schedule. Why Work Here? You will join a small, close-knit team in a clean and organized environment where your independence and initiative are valued. The role offers a stable daytime schedule with primarily Monday through Friday hours and only occasional Saturday overtime based on business needs. You will receive structured training to help you ramp up quickly, along with the tools and safety gear needed to perform your work effectively. Work Environment Work is conducted primarily outdoors in a fenced vehicle yard located in an industrial park. This is an outside job in all weather conditions, with breaks and lunch taken indoors and additional breaks provided during severe weather. Safety gear and gloves are supplied, while employees provide their own clothing. The dress code includes jeans and steel-toe footwear in a casual environment, with no large logos or offensive print allowed. Training lasts approximately one week, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., followed by a regular shift of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime may occasionally occur on Saturdays for approximately 4-5 hours, based on business needs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aliquippa, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Aliquippa,PA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2026. 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.