General Laborer - Powhatan Solar Farm

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer - Powhatan Solar Farm
Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a General Laborer supporting Operations and Maintenance projects across solar farms in Virginia. This seasonal position, running from March to December, involves working primarily at the Eastern Shore Solar Farm, with occasional travel to sites in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake. You will return home nightly, ensuring a balanced work-life routine.

Responsibilities

• Support operations and maintenance functions on solar farms, focusing on vegetation maintenance.
• Walk in rough terrain continuously throughout the day.
• Lift and carry 25 pounds continuously throughout the day.
• Follow written instructions accurately.
• Work outdoors in hot and/or wet conditions for extended durations.
• Commit to working 10-12 hour shifts effectively.
• Maintain dependable transportation to the site daily.

• 1+ years of construction experience.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
• OSHA 10 Construction Safety certification.
• Drivers license required.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

• Experience in machine operation, such as skid steer, rough terrain forklift, or tractor.

Be part of a company thriving in the booming solar industry, offering consistent work opportunities in Virginia. Enjoy a structured work schedule with 40 hours per week and the chance to contribute to sustainable energy solutions.

Work Environment

Enjoy working outdoors at an active solar project site, adhering to a structured schedule of 4 x 10-hour shifts from Monday to Thursday, with occasional Friday shifts for makeup work. Work begins at 7 AM, featuring three breaks daily, including a morning, lunch, and afternoon break. Safety talks are conducted each morning before work commences. Wear appropriate outdoor work clothing with steel-toed boots required. Occasional overnight travel may be required once a month.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Powhatan, VA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Powhatan,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2026.

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.

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.

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.