General Labor

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Labor
Job Description

This role supports the Environmental team by helping ensure the facility, grounds, and on-site operations remain clean, well-maintained, and compliant with environmental regulations. You will perform a variety of general labor tasks in both indoor production areas and an outdoor scrap metal yard, contributing to safe, efficient, and orderly daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Environmental team by maintaining a clean and orderly facility, grounds, and work areas in line with environmental standards.
• Perform daily cleaning and sweeping of production areas, walkways, and outdoor yard spaces.
• Move materials and scrap metal safely within the facility and yard using appropriate tools and methods.
• Eliminate debris and waste from work areas, ensuring proper disposal and maintaining clear pathways.
• Carry out general facility upkeep, including basic maintenance and housekeeping tasks as assigned.
• Work in the scrap metal yard to support production activities, including handling and staging materials.
• Assist with picking, loading, and unloading shipments to support ongoing operations.
• Perform general cleaning and maintenance in and around equipment and workstations.
• Dispose of trash and debris by sweeping, shoveling, and transporting waste to designated areas.
• Use pressure washers to clean equipment and maintain a safe, debris-free environment.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment at all times.
• Respond to additional tasks and directions from supervisors and team leads as operational needs arise.

• At least 1 year of experience working in an outdoor environment such as construction, landscaping, or similar outdoor labor roles.
• Hands-on general labor experience, including physical tasks such as lifting, moving, and cleaning materials.
• Experience performing cleaning and janitorial duties in industrial, construction, or outdoor settings.
• Ability to work safely around heavy machinery, moving parts, and in dusty conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Willingness and physical ability to perform repetitive tasks such as sweeping, shoveling, and pressure washing for extended periods.
• Reliability and openness to work overtime, including some Saturdays as needed.

• Background in general construction, landscaping, or similar outdoor trades.
• Experience in janitorial or industrial cleaning environments.
• Bilingual Spanish and English communication skills.
• Comfort working in both indoor production areas and large outdoor yards.
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities in a fast-paced industrial setting.

You join a long-established industrial operation that offers consistent overtime opportunities and values internal growth and advancement. The organization promotes from within, providing a clear path for motivated employees to move into lead or shift leadership roles over time. You work in a stable environment with steady hours, where your contributions to safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency are recognized and appreciated.

Work Environment

The role is based at a steel, metal, and auto recycling facility that has operated for more than a century. The site includes an indoor production area and a large outdoor yard with heavy machinery, moving parts, loud noise levels, and dusty conditions. You will primarily work in the Joint Products department, which is located under a structure and offers partial coverage while still being closely connected to yard operations. The current shift runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with Saturday overtime as needed, typically about two Saturdays per month, so you must be open to working additional hours. The dress code requires steel-toe shoes, long pants, and a plain t-shirt or sweater, with a safety vest worn as the outer layer; the vest is provided on site. This is a physically demanding, hands-on industrial environment where safety awareness and adherence to protective equipment requirements are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oakland, CA.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Oakland,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.