General Laborer

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General Laborer Job Description The General Laborer supports technicians, welders, and fabricators by assembling, disassembling, and moving structural fixtures used to hold submarine and boat components in a large industrial facility. Working onsite in Rhode Island, this role focuses on safely building, breaking down, and relocating mezzanine scaffolding and support structures using hand and power tools, while following direction from lead personnel. Responsibilities Assist technicians, welders, and fabricators with the setup and teardown of structural fixtures and support systems used for submarine and boat work. Assemble and disassemble mezzanine scaffolding and other support structures using hand tools and impact guns. Move materials and components around the facility by hand and with basic material handling techniques to support ongoing projects. Use hand tools, impact guns, and basic power tools to fasten bolts and hardware according to instructions. Follow verbal instructions from leads to determine what needs to be assembled, moved, or taken down next. Perform basic facilities support tasks related to organizing, staging, and storing structures and fixtures in the onsite warehouse area. Help keep the work area clean, organized, and free of obstructions to maintain a safe working environment. Handle racking and structural components carefully to avoid damage to equipment and fixtures. Adhere to all safety procedures and site rules while working in and around heavy industrial structures. Support the relocation and storage of structures out of the way between projects, ensuring they are ready for the next use. Essential Skills Experience assembling structures using hand tools and power tools. Ability to safely operate hand tools, including wrenches, screwdrivers, and impact guns. Basic experience with power tools used for fastening and assembly. General labor experience in an industrial, construction, or facilities environment. Basic material handling skills, including lifting, carrying, and positioning structural components. Ability to follow verbal instructions from leads and work effectively as part of a team. Comfort working around large structures, scaffolding, and industrial fixtures. Reliability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with facilities maintenance or warehouse support activities. Familiarity with racking systems and structural supports. Exposure to assembly work in a manufacturing, construction, or shipyard setting. Ability to perform minimal blueprint or drawing reading is helpful but not required. Strong attention to safety and situational awareness in an industrial environment. Why Work Here? You will join a stable operation that supports long-term, ongoing projects backed by a multi-decade contract, providing consistent work and exposure to large-scale, high-impact industrial projects. The role offers the chance to learn from experienced technicians, welders, and fabricators, creating a pathway to future opportunities and skill growth. You will work in an environment that values reliability, teamwork, and hands-on learning, making it a strong fit for individuals looking to build a lasting career in industrial and structural assembly. Work Environment This position is based onsite in a large industrial facility in Rhode Island that supports submarine and boat construction. The work takes place in and around a substantial warehouse area and production environment where structures and fixtures are assembled, taken down, and stored. You will regularly work with hand tools, impact guns, and other basic power tools while handling structural components and racking. The environment is active and physically demanding, with frequent standing, lifting, and movement throughout the facility. Work is performed around mezzanine scaffolding and large support structures, and adherence to site safety protocols and appropriate industrial attire and protective equipment is required. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of North Kingstown, RI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in North Kingstown,RI.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026.

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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.