Shop Helper

Job Title: Shop Helper

Location: Jacksonville, Florida, 32217

Shift: Monday - Friday 7am-4pm

Pay: $17/hour

Job Description

The Shop Helper supports daily operations in a metal fabrication facility by grinding and deburring recently welded parts, handling materials, and safely operating a sit-down forklift to move aluminum, stainless steel, and other metals between welding and fabrication areas.

Responsibilities

• Grind recently welded parts to achieve smooth, clean finishes in preparation for further fabrication or assembly.

• Deburr metal parts to remove sharp edges and imperfections, ensuring parts meet quality and safety standards.

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move aluminum, stainless steel, and other materials to and from welding and fabrication departments.

• Perform general labor tasks in the shop, including assisting with material staging, part movement, and basic shop support.

• Support assembly and fabrication activities by organizing and supplying materials and components as needed.

• Handle materials safely and efficiently, following established procedures to prevent damage and ensure accurate placement.

• Assist with inventory-related tasks such as organizing stock, restocking materials, and maintaining orderly storage areas.

• Help keep the work area clean and organized by sweeping, removing scrap, and performing basic cleaning duties.

• Support machine operation tasks as directed, including loading and unloading parts and monitoring parts flow through the shop.

• Read and follow basic instructions and shop documentation, including simple blueprints or part identification where applicable.

• Follow all shop safety practices, including proper use of equipment and adherence to material handling and machine operation guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing general labor tasks in an industrial or fabrication shop environment.

• Ability to safely operate a sit-down forklift to move materials within a shop setting.

• Basic skills in grinding and deburring metal parts with attention to detail and safety.

• Ability to handle materials such as aluminum and stainless steel safely and efficiently.

• Understanding of basic safety practices in a fabrication or industrial environment.

• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a production team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of material handling procedures is a plus.

• Familiarity with safety practices related to metal fabrication and machine operation is a plus.

• Experience in a welding or fabrication shop environment is beneficial.

• Exposure to basic assembly tasks in a production or industrial setting is helpful.

• Ability to support machine operation, including loading and unloading parts, is an asset.

• Basic ability to interpret or work from simple blueprints or part drawings is a plus.

• Comfort working around welding, fabrication, and metalworking equipment in an industrial setting.

Why Work Here?

Join a newly established precision metals division at a modern facility, where you can grow your skills and career from the ground up. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers a clear path to long-term employment for individuals who show reliability, strong work ethic, and commitment to quality. You will be part of a team-focused environment that values hands-on contributors and provides the chance to learn and expand your experience in metal fabrication and shop operations.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial fabrication steel shop within a new precision metals facility. You will work around welding, grinding, and metal fabrication equipment, handling materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, and other metals. The environment is active and production-focused, with regular movement of parts and materials between welding and fabrication areas. Expect to spend most of the day on your feet, operating a sit-down forklift, performing grinding and deburring tasks, and assisting with general shop duties in a typical industrial shop setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

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 Jacksonville,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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.