General Construction/Warehouse Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Construction/Warehouse Laborer
Job Description

This role supports daily operations in an industrial warehouse environment by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized facility while performing a variety of general labor tasks. You will assist with plant clean-up, material handling, and basic inventory activities to ensure smooth and efficient workflow throughout the plant.

Responsibilities

• Perform general plant clean-up to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Clean and maintain work areas, equipment, and common spaces to support overall plant cleanliness.
• Assist with inventory counting and basic material tracking to ensure accurate stock levels.
• Load and unload trucks manually and with forklift assistance when authorized and trained.
• Move, stage, and handle barrels and other industrial materials safely throughout the facility.
• Support various general labor tasks as assigned by supervisors to meet operational needs.
• Follow all company safety procedures, guidelines, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements at all times.
• Handle materials and equipment in a safe manner to prevent accidents and maintain a safe workplace.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate daily tasks and priorities.
• Manage time efficiently to complete assigned tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Adapt to changing duties and priorities in a non-climate-controlled industrial setting.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform manual labor in a fast-paced industrial or warehouse setting.
• Capability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions within a non-climate-controlled facility.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and consistent attendance.
• Attention to cleanliness, organization, and maintaining a safe work area.
• Basic inventory and counting skills for tracking materials and stock.
• Safe material handling skills, especially when working with barrels and industrial materials.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and PPE requirements at all times.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.
• Time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet daily operational needs.
• Ownership of or ability to obtain steel-toe boots, as they are required for the role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience or previous forklift operation in an industrial or warehouse setting (preferred but not required).
• Willingness to learn forklift operation if training is provided.
• Experience in general labor, production, packaging, cleaning, or painting is beneficial.
• Adaptability and comfort working in a warehouse environment with changing tasks and priorities.
• Interest in developing hands-on skills in an industrial plant setting.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a long-term career path with a clear contract-to-hire pathway, providing stability and room for growth. You benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, along with weekly pay for consistent and reliable income. The role offers hands-on experience in an industrial environment, giving you the chance to build valuable skills, expand your capabilities, and advance within a supportive organization that values hard work, reliability, and continuous development.

Work Environment

You will work in a warehouse-based, non-climate-controlled industrial environment that can be physically demanding. The role requires frequent lifting, bending, carrying, and standing for extended periods throughout the shift. You will handle barrels, materials, and equipment in a busy, fast-paced setting where safety and cleanliness are top priorities. Steel-toe boots are required as part of the standard dress code, and you will use appropriate personal protective equipment as needed for tasks. The environment offers hands-on exposure to industrial operations, material handling, and general plant activities, with an emphasis on teamwork, safety, and consistent workflow.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

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.

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.