Laborer

Job Title: General Laborer – Industrial Services

Job Description

This role supports industrial cleaning and maintenance projects across multiple client sites in and around Athens, TN. You will perform physically demanding, hands-on work in hot, dirty, and primarily outdoor environments, assisting with cleaning tanks, industrial equipment, and facility grounds using hand tools and specialized industrial equipment. Success in this position requires reliability, a strong work ethic, willingness to get dirty, and the ability to follow instructions and learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor to support industrial cleaning projects at various client locations.
• Clean tanks, industrial equipment, and facility grounds using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Operate and use hand tools, shovels, pressure washers, and large industrial vacuum systems safely and effectively.
• Assist with site cleanup before, during, and after projects to maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Maintain job site cleanliness and organization throughout the duration of each project.
• Work safely in and around heavy industrial environments, following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and site leads and complete tasks as directed.
• Travel to and work at multiple client sites as project needs require.
• Perform tasks such as sweeping, lifting boxes, stacking materials, painting, groundskeeping, and general construction or production-related duties as needed.
• Support concrete work, basic construction tasks, and general production activities when assigned.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment if qualified and directed.
• Participate in extended shifts, including occasional night or long-day schedules, and work overtime and Saturdays when projects fall behind schedule.

Essential Skills

• Willingness to perform hard, physical labor in hot, dirty, and physically demanding environments.
• Dependable attendance with a strong commitment to showing up every day as scheduled.
• Ability to listen carefully, follow instructions, and learn on the job in a fast-paced industrial setting.
• Comfort working 90% of the time outdoors in varying weather conditions and rugged terrain.
• Capability to work safely in and around heavy industrial environments such as steel mills, power plants, and chemical plants.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, and move materials, including boxes and equipment, for extended periods.
• Experience with general labor tasks such as sweeping, stacking, lifting, and basic groundskeeping.
• Ability to use power tools and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including extended shifts, overtime, and Saturdays as needed.
• Willingness to travel to multiple client locations within Athens, TN and surrounding areas.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general labor, construction, or production environments.
• Experience in concrete work or related construction activities.
• Experience with pressure washing and industrial cleaning tasks.
• Familiarity with groundskeeping, painting, and facility maintenance.
• Experience operating forklifts or other material-handling equipment.
• Comfort working in environments with industrial noise and heavy equipment.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing tasks and project requirements.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers long-term, steady work supporting essential industrial operations in the Athens, TN area and beyond. You gain hands-on experience with industrial cleaning and maintenance, learn to use specialized equipment, and develop skills that are valuable across multiple trades. The role provides consistent overtime opportunities for those who want to increase their earnings and rewards individuals who are reliable, hardworking, and eager to grow. You join a team-focused environment where safety, dependability, and a strong work ethic are recognized and valued.

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based, with approximately 90% of the work performed outdoors. You will work in hot, dirty, and physically demanding conditions at industrial client sites such as steel manufacturing facilities, power plants (including during shutdowns), and chemical plants. The environment includes exposure to industrial noise, varying weather conditions, and rugged terrain. Typical schedules are based on client needs and may include Monday through Friday day shifts, extended shifts such as 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM for 3–4 days per week, and occasional night or extended hours. Overtime is common, and Saturday work is required when projects fall behind schedule. You will regularly use hand tools, power tools, shovels, pressure washers, and large industrial vacuum systems, and may operate forklifts or other equipment if qualified. Flexibility, safety awareness, and comfort working in demanding industrial settings are essential.Experience

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, 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 fully onsite position in Cleveland,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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.

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.