General Laborer

Job Title: General Laborer / Shop Helper

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable General Laborer / Shop Helper with strong mechanical aptitude and a genuine willingness to learn. In this role, you support multiple areas of a clean, well‑organized shop, including welding support, fabrication tasks, wire running, and powder coating preparation. You work closely with the team, adapt to changing needs across the shop, and grow your skills through daily hands‑on work while maintaining a strong focus on safety and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support welding operations by preparing materials, organizing components, and assisting welders as needed.
• Perform basic fabrication tasks, including measuring, cutting, grinding, and assembling parts according to shop requirements.
• Run wire and assist with routing and organizing wiring in accordance with shop standards and instructions.
• Prepare parts and materials for powder coating, including cleaning, masking, and hanging components.
• Use hand tools, power tools, grinders, and saws safely and effectively to complete assigned tasks.
• Operate bandsaws and other cutting equipment to cut materials to specified dimensions.
• Deburr and finish parts to ensure smooth edges and a clean final product.
• Read and follow basic instructions, blueprints, or measurements using tape measures and other measuring tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and contribute to overall shop cleanliness and orderliness.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, using appropriate tools and equipment correctly.
• Collaborate with team members across different parts of the shop and provide support wherever it is needed.
• Demonstrate reliability by showing up consistently, being ready to work, and completing tasks in a timely manner.
• Adapt to working in different areas of the shop each day, taking on new tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers about task status, issues, and needs for assistance.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and machinery.
• Ability to use hand tools safely and accurately.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure to take precise measurements.
• Experience or comfort with grinding and basic finishing work.
• Ability to operate power tools such as drills, grinders, and saws.
• Basic assembly skills for putting together parts and components.
• Ability to perform fabrication tasks under guidance or instruction.
• Comfort supporting welding operations and working around welding equipment.
• Ability to assist with wire running and basic wiring organization.
• Capability to perform powder coating preparation tasks, including cleaning and masking.
• Experience or willingness to learn saw operation, including bandsaw use.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate measurements, clean finishes, and quality work.
• Commitment to safety awareness and following shop safety procedures.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to show up ready to work each day.
• Positive attitude and strong willingness to learn new tasks and skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• No diploma or formal certifications required.
• Desire to grow and develop skills through hands‑on work in a shop environment.
• Self‑motivated, “go‑getter” mindset with the ability to take initiative on tasks.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and support coworkers in different areas of the shop.
• Comfort working in a structured, organized environment with clear processes.
• Openness to receiving guidance and feedback from experienced team members.
• Interest in fabrication, welding support, and general shop work.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that values flexibility, support, and long‑term growth. You work in different parts of the shop every day, keeping your work varied and engaging, while having flexibility with hours when needed. The company pays for nine holidays and offers a four percent 401(k) match to help you build your financial future. Insurance options are available for both single and family plans, with contributions that add around one hundred dollars to each paycheck. After being hired on, you receive two weeks of paid time off, supporting work‑life balance. In addition, you benefit from a five percent wage reimbursement profit‑sharing bonus, calculated for every forty hours worked and paid out at the end of the calendar year, rewarding your contribution to the company’s success.

Work Environment

You work in a clean, well‑lit, and highly organized shop environment designed for efficiency and safety. The space is structured, with tools and equipment arranged to support smooth workflow and clear processes. You use hand tools, power tools, grinders, saws, and bandsaws as part of daily tasks, and you move between different areas of the shop, including welding, fabrication, wire running, and powder coating prep. You are surrounded by supportive coworkers who are eager to help and contribute to your growth, creating a collaborative atmosphere where questions are welcomed and learning is encouraged.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fond du Lac, WI.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $26.00/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 Fond du Lac,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.

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.