General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer – Yard and Shop Support
Job Description

The General Laborer supports industrial repair and refurbishment operations by cleaning, prepping, organizing, and moving large manufacturing components such as pumps, tanks, and heavy industrial parts. This hands-on role works both in the outdoor yard and indoor shop, assisting with sandblasting and painting preparation while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work area.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prep large industrial parts, including pumps, tanks, and other manufacturing components, for repair and refurbishment.
• Perform pressure washing and sandblast preparation to ensure parts are ready for painting and repair processes.
• Assist with painting preparation, including masking, taping, and staging parts for coating.
• Organize, stage, and track parts throughout the yard and shop to maintain accuracy and workflow efficiency.
• Move and position large parts using forklifts, cranes, or manual rigging assistance after proper training.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized yard and work area, promptly removing debris and cleaning up after tasks.
• Assist shop personnel by moving parts in and out of work areas as needed to support repair and refurbishment operations.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring tools such as tape measures to support daily tasks.
• Follow all safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and report any hazards or unsafe conditions.
• Support general construction-style and carpentry-related tasks as needed within the yard and shop.

• Experience in a yard labor, general labor, industrial, construction, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to perform physical, hands-on work and remain comfortable working around large, heavy industrial parts.
• Capability to lift, push, pull, and move materials throughout the shift.
• Basic experience using hand tools and power tools in a labor or construction setting.
• Ability to use a tape measure and follow basic measurements accurately.
• Strong attention to organization and accountability for tracking and staging parts.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic, with the ability to follow directions and complete tasks safely.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and consistently wearing required PPE.

• Previous experience in industrial repair, refurbishment, or a manufacturing yard environment is a plus.
• Forklift or industrial equipment experience is an advantage but not required.
• Exposure to sandblasting, painting, and industrial cleaning processes is beneficial.
• Familiarity with carpentry or construction tasks is helpful in supporting shop and yard operations.

You will join a hands-on industrial environment where your contributions directly support critical repair and refurbishment work for large manufacturing components. The role offers consistent, active work with opportunities to learn new skills such as equipment operation, sandblasting support, and painting preparation. You will work with a team that values reliability, safety, and organization, and you will gain experience in a specialized industrial setting that can support long-term career growth.

Work Environment

This position operates in both an outdoor yard and an indoor shop environment, working directly with large manufacturing components such as pumps, tanks, and heavy industrial parts. You will be exposed to dust, water, paint, and industrial cleaning processes, and you will regularly handle physical, hands-on tasks throughout the shift. Work involves the use of hand tools, power tools, pressure washing equipment, and, once trained, forklifts or other material-handling equipment. The environment emphasizes safety and cleanliness, with required use of appropriate personal protective equipment and practical work attire suitable for industrial yard and shop conditions.

Job Type & Location

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

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 Decatur,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

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.

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.