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Yard Worker

Job Description

The Yard Worker will be responsible for evaluating wrecked vehicles by taking detailed photographs and documenting damages. This role requires the individual to efficiently gather necessary supplies, evaluate vehicle conditions, and ensure all information is accurately recorded.

Responsibilities

+ Walk the yard and take 10-15 images of each car.

+ Gather supplies in the morning and be at the station by 8:10 AM.

+ Work from a supply cart to ensure all needed items are available.

+ Evaluate wrecked vehicles using a questionnaire on a mobile tablet.

+ Scan vehicles' stock and VIN numbers to ensure information accuracy.

+ Determine if the car can start, run, or drive.

+ Jump vehicles with jumper cables if needed.

+ Apply crash tape and window covers to vehicles.

+ Secure all items left in the vehicle in the trunk.

+ Double-check all information and photos for accuracy.

Essential Skills

+ Attention to detail.

+ Valid driver's license.

+ Ability to work independently.

+ Steel toe boots are required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Automotive mechanical experience is a plus.

+ Experience in general labor, landscaping, or material handling.

+ Computer knowledge and experience with hand and power tools.

Why Work Here?

Join a smaller team of 13 employees, where you will work closely with five other yard workers. Enjoy a dynamic work environment that offers opportunities to work both indoors and outdoors, ensuring every day is different and engaging.

Work Environment

You will be working primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, so dressing appropriately for the weather is essential. The role operates on a 1st shift schedule, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. Safety gear, such as steel toes, a vest, and gloves, is required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Markham, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Markham,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 2025.

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.