General Laborer

Aerotek; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits including medical, dental & 2

Job summary

Aerotek in Cleveland, OH is seeking a General Laborer for a contract-to-hire role at a shipyard, working on tug boats, ferries, and water transport equipment. You will assist in shipyard operations, perform painting prep, cable/wire pulling, and assist skilled trades while staying safety-conscious.

The role is fully onsite with a pay rate of $18 per hour, 50-hour weeks possible, and a path to advancement into skilled positions such as Maintenance or Electrician.

Qualifications

• Experience in general labor, roofing, construction, or warehouse work.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Proficiency with basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Comfortable working outside in all conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in shipyard operations and general tasks.
• Work on tug boats, ferries, and water transport equipment.
• Perform basic cable and wire pulling and prep work.
• Help with painting such as rolling and prep.
• Monitor welders to ensure safety and prevent sparks.
• Handle materials and lift parts between boats.
• Drill and insert screws into boats.
• Perform overall utility work around the shipyard.
• Assist other staff with labor tasks.

Skills

General labor

Roofing

Construction

Warehouse work

Lift 50 lbs

Tools use

Outdoor work

Job description

Job Title: General Laborer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated General Laborer to join our team at the shipyard, working on tug boats, ferries, and water transport equipment. This role involves various tasks around the shipyard, contributing to the maintenance and construction of boats.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various aspects of the shipyard operations.
• Work on tug boats, ferries, and water transport equipment.
• Perform basic cable pulling, wire pulling, and preparation work.
• Help and assist with painting tasks such as rolling and prepping boats.
• Monitor skilled welders to ensure safety and prevent sparks on the ship.
• Handle miscellaneous material and lift parts between boats.
• Drill and insert screws into new or renovated boats.
• Perform overall utility work around the shipyard.
• Assist other employees with labor tasks.

Essential Skills

• Experience in general labor, roofing, construction, or warehouse work.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Proficiency in using basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow both written and oral instructions.
• Comfortable working outside in all conditions.

Additional Skills & Qualification

• Skills in landscaping, roofing, concrete, demolition, drilling, and lifting boxes.

Why Work Here?

The shipyard offers a full-year work schedule, providing stability unlike seasonal industries such as construction and roofing. With recent contracts, including military work on Coast Guard ships, there is ample opportunity for growth and advancement into skilled positions like Maintenance, Machining, Electrician, Foreman, Team Lead, or Fabrication. Employees enjoy working 50-hour weeks with room for professional development.

Work Environment

The work environment is perfect for individuals who enjoy the outdoors, as the role involves working on boats, ships, and other water transport equipment outside most of the time. While there are some hangers for larger boats that require covered work, employees should expect exposure to various weather conditions, including hot summers and cold winters. This role is ideal for those who appreciate working in the elements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

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.