Haul Truck Operator Decatur, AL

Job Description

Haul Truck Operator – Steel Mill (Decatur, AL)

Shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 PM–6:30 AM (12-hour nights)

Overtime: Typically required on Fridays or weekends as needed

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Haul Truck Operator to join our team at a large steel mill in Decatur, Alabama. This position supports mill operations by safely transporting raw materials and finished product throughout the facility using heavy haul trucks and related equipment.

• Safely operate haul trucks and heavy equipment in a high-activity industrial setting
• Move materials between designated areas throughout the steel mill
• Follow all on-site safety protocols, traffic patterns, and PPE requirements
• Complete pre- and post-shift equipment inspections and report issues promptly
• Assist with general labor or support tasks to maintain workflow as needed
• Work efficiently during a 12-hour night shift and remain alert at all times

• Experience operating haul trucks or heavy equipment (industrial, construction, or mining) preferred
• Strong safety mindset and ability to follow directions
• Capability to work long shifts and required overtime

• Consistent Monday–Thursday night shift schedule
• Overtime typically required on Fridays or weekends based on production needs
• Competitive pay and steady hours
• Safe, well-organized work environment within a major steel mill

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/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 Decatur, AL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 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 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 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.