Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer Industrial Services

Job Description

This role provides hands-on support for industrial cleaning and maintenance projects across multiple client sites in Athens, TN and surrounding areas. You will perform physically demanding general labor in hot, dirty, and mostly outdoor environments, helping clean tanks, industrial equipment, and facility grounds using hand tools and specialized industrial equipment. This is a heavy-duty position that requires reliability, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn and follow instructions while working safely in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor to support industrial cleaning and maintenance projects at multiple client locations.
• Clean tanks, industrial equipment, and facility grounds using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Operate and use hand tools, shovels, pressure washers, power tools, and large industrial vacuum systems as directed.
• Assist with site cleanup before, during, and after projects to maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Carry out general production and construction-related tasks such as stacking materials, lifting boxes, sweeping, groundskeeping, and painting as needed.
• Work safely in and around heavy industrial environments, following all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Listen carefully to and follow instructions from supervisors and site leads, asking questions when clarification is needed.
• Travel to and work at multiple client sites, adjusting to different facility requirements and conditions.
• Maintain job site cleanliness and organization throughout each project.
• Support extended and overtime shifts, including early mornings and occasional night or weekend work when projects require it.

Essential Skills

• Willingness to perform hard, physical labor in hot, dirty, and challenging outdoor environments.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality, with a strong commitment to showing up every day as scheduled.
• Ability to listen, follow instructions, and learn on the job in fast-paced industrial settings.
• Comfort working around heavy industrial equipment, industrial noise, and rugged terrain.
• Capability to perform tasks such as lifting boxes, stacking materials, sweeping, and general groundskeeping.
• Experience or comfort using hand tools, power tools, shovels, and pressure washing equipment.
• Flexibility to work varying first-shift hours based on customer needs (e.g., 7:00 AM3:30 PM, 5:00 AM5:00 PM, 6:00 AM5:00 PM, or similar).
• Availability for overtime and extended shifts, including 6:00 AM6:00 PM schedules when required.
• Ability to work most of the time outdoors, in hot and dirty conditions, at steel manufacturing facilities, power plants, and chemical plants.
• Strong focus on safety and adherence to site-specific safety rules and procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Possession of a TWIC card is highly beneficial for access to certain client sites.
• Experience in general labor, construction, production, concrete work, or industrial services is an advantage.
• Experience in groundskeeping, painting, or similar outdoor work is helpful.
• Comfort using forklifts or other material handling equipment is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to nearby locations, including Charleston, for daily assignments such as 7:00 AM3:30 PM shifts.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and project demands with short notice.
• Strong teamwork skills and a positive attitude toward working in diverse industrial environments.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers consistent, long-term work with substantial overtime potential for those who want to maximize their hours. You will gain valuable experience in industrial environments such as steel mills, power plants, and chemical facilities, building practical skills that can support future career growth. The role provides variety through different projects and locations, along with a culture that rewards reliability, hard work, and a willingness to learn. Flexible scheduling aligned with client needs allows you to take on extended shifts and increase your earnings while working in a team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is predominantly outdoors, with approximately 90% of duties performed outside in hot, dirty, and physically demanding conditions. You will work at industrial client sites, including steel manufacturing facilities, power plants during shutdowns, and chemical plants, where you will be exposed to industrial noise, varying weather conditions, and rugged terrain. The role follows first-shift hours that vary by customer, such as 7:00 AM3:30 PM, 5:00 AM5:00 PM, or 6:00 AM5:00 PM, and some projects require extended 6:00 AM6:00 PM shifts for several days per week. Overtime is common, including Saturday work when projects fall behind schedule, so schedule flexibility is essential. You will regularly use hand tools, power tools, shovels, pressure washers, and large industrial vacuum systems while adhering to site safety requirements and appropriate work attire for industrial and outdoor conditions.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Athens, TN.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Contract to Hire position based out of Athens, TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Athens,TN.

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.