Material Handler

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Material Handler to operate a large forklift and manage the movement of heavy materials from rail cars in the yard into the shop. The yard features an old trailer from a previous railcar line. You will be responsible for loading and unloading materials from trucks and relocating them around the facility. The materials include large shell plates, pipes, I-beams, flat bars, and other heavy items. Additional duties involve performing shipping and receiving tasks, documentation, and stenciling materials once unloaded.

Responsibilities

Operate a large forklift to move materials from rail cars to the shop.

Load and unload heavy materials from trucks.

Relocate materials around the facility.

Handle shipping, receiving, and documentation tasks as needed.

Stencil materials after unloading.Essential Skills

Proven experience of 5+ years as a material handler.

Proficiency in handling large, long, and heavy materials.

Experience in operating large forklifts such as big Hyster models.Additional Skills & Qualifications

OH crane experience preferred.Why Work Here?

This is a long-term position with a company known for its commitment to safety and excellent benefits. You will have the opportunity to work in a secure environment with potential career growth.

Work Environment

The role involves working both outside in the yard and inside the shop, adjusting to varying weather conditions, hot when hot and cold when cold. The day shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday work as needed. Flexibility is required to rotate to a second shift once established, working 6 months on the first shift and 2-4 months on the second shift, followed by a return to the first shift for 6+ months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX 77064.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 Houston,TX 77064.Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.Company Description

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.