General Laborer

Job Title: General Laborer

Job Description

This role involves performing a variety of hands-on tasks to repair, maintain, and prepare storage pods for use. You will use hand and power tools to complete basic assembly, make repairs, and ensure each unit meets quality and cleanliness standards while working in both indoor and outdoor areas of a non-climate-controlled warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic assembly tasks using hand tools to support the repair and maintenance of storage pods.
• Complete touch-up painting on storage pods to maintain a clean and professional appearance.
• Repair and replace hardware components such as bolts and latches on storage pods.
• Clean the interior and exterior of storage pods, ensuring they are free of debris and ready for use.
• Move, position, and organize storage pods and related materials as needed within the facility.
• Hang signs and replace stickers on storage pods according to established guidelines.
• Use power tools and power washing equipment safely to support repair, cleaning, and production tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and use tools and equipment according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in both indoor and outdoor workspaces.
• Collaborate with team members and follow instructions to complete daily work assignments efficiently.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience using hand tools in a general labor, construction, assembly, or technician environment.
• At least 2 years of experience using power tools safely and effectively.
• Experience performing basic assembly tasks with hand tools.
• Ability to perform touch-up painting and related finishing work.
• Experience with general labor tasks such as moving, cleaning, and basic repairs.
• Ability to use power washing equipment or willingness to learn.
• Capability to work with general construction or production tools and materials.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete tasks with attention to detail.
• Physical ability to stand, move, lift, and work with tools throughout an 8-hour shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general labor, construction, or production environments.
• Experience working in a warehouse setting, including non-climate-controlled areas.
• Comfort working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in maintaining daily attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet daily goals.

Why Work Here?

You join a hands-on, practical work environment where your skills with tools and repairs directly contribute to visible results each day. The schedule provides consistent daytime hours, supporting a stable work-life balance. You gain experience across multiple tasks—from assembly and painting to cleaning and hardware repair—allowing you to develop a broad set of trade skills and grow your confidence working with tools and equipment.

Work Environment

This position follows a day shift schedule, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for an 8-hour workday. You will work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse and in outdoor areas, so temperatures and conditions will vary with the weather. The role requires frequent use of hand tools, power tools, and power washing equipment, as well as regular movement, lifting, and standing throughout the shift. The environment is active and production-oriented, with a focus on safe tool use and maintaining clean, orderly work areas.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Avenel, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Avenel,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.