A laborer is a worker who performs physical tasks and manual labor as part of their job. They are employed in a variety of industries from Warehousing to Manufacturing. Responsibilities can include assisting with shipping and receiving operations, moving equipment, and organizing inventory.
General Shop Laborer Doetsch Environmental Services - 4.0 Warren, MI Job Details Full-time $16 - $20 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Fabrication Outdoor work experience Driver's License Industrial equipment Hand tools Full Job Description General Shop Laborer (Entry-Level) - Paid Training | Career Growth Build Your Future with a Company That Invests in You Doetsch Environmental Services is looking for motivated, dependable individuals to join our team as a General Shop Laborer in our new state-of-the-art Service Center. If you enjoy working with your hands, staying active, and learning new skills, this is an excellent opportunity to begin a long-term career with a company that has been an industry leader for more than 125 years. No industry experience is required. We provide paid, on-the-job training and opportunities to develop valuable mechanical, fabrication, and equipment maintenance skills. We're looking for individuals with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a stable company where you can grow, we'd love to meet you.
Compensation & Benefits Pay:
$16.00-$20.00 per hour (based on experience) Why You'll Love Working Here Paid on-the-job training Consistent overtime opportunities available to increase your earnings Stable, year-round employment Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within Modern, state-of-the-art Service Center Medical benefits available after 90 days Supportive, team-oriented work environment Learn valuable mechanical and technical skills What You'll Do As a General Shop Laborer, you'll play an important role in keeping our Service Center operating safely and efficiently while supporting our mechanics, welders, and fabrication team.
Responsibilities include:
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe Service Center, work areas, and company grounds Assist mechanics, welders, and fabrication personnel with repairs, assembly, and daily projects Organize tools, equipment, parts, and materials to improve efficiency Load, unload, move, and stage materials and equipment Operate hand tools and shop equipment safely Assist with preventative maintenance activities Help reduce equipment downtime through organization and preparation Follow all company safety procedures and policies Perform additional duties as assigned to support Service Center operations What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is someone who: Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in their work Enjoys hands-on, physical work Is dependable and arrives ready to work Works well independently and as part of a team Communicates effectively with supervisors and coworkers Is eager to learn new skills and grow within the company Works safely while maintaining a sense of urgency Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age Valid driver's license required Ability to pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check Ability to pass a background check Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen Open availability, including occasional overtime and Saturday work as business needs require Physical Requirements Lift up to 50 pounds overhead Stand and walk for 8-10 hours per day Frequently bend, lift, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical tasks Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions Why Doetsch Environmental Services? Since 1898, Doetsch Environmental Services has been helping municipalities, utilities, and industrial customers protect the environment by maintaining critical underground infrastructure nationwide. As a fifth-generation, family-owned company, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We invest in our people through training, career development, and opportunities for advancement. Many of our employees have built long-term careers by learning new skills and growing within the organization. If you're looking for more than just a job—if you're looking for a company where hard work is recognized and your future matters—we encourage you to apply today. Apply now and start building your career with Doetsch Environmental Services!
