General Laborer
Aerotek
Posted Friday, May 1, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005998986
Job Title: General Laborer
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated general laborer to join our team, assisting with drilling, cutting, and fabrication tasks. You will support welders and fabricators with daily responsibilities, prepare materials, and maintain a clean and efficient work environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist welders and fabricators with daily tasks.
- Prepare materials and tools needed for welding and fabrication.
- Clean and maintain work areas, equipment, and tools.
- Load and unload materials and products.
- Operate basic hand and power tools.
- Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Assemble mechanical components and systems according to specifications.
- Inspect and test completed assemblies to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Identify and report any issues or defects in the assembly process.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Experience in general labor duties and production tasks.
- Capability to operate basic hand and power tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Ability to stand for long periods and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Experience in assembly and fabrication processes.
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ruther Glen, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/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 Ruther Glen,VA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.
Contact Information
Email: gamadi@aerotek.com
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