General Laborer

Aerotek; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Chocker in Lorton, VA for a physically active outdoor role. You will secure vehicles in carriers using chocks and straps, ensuring correct positioning and safety during transport.

The position requires reading operation manuals, working odd hours with shifts, and adhering to safety protocols in all weather and environments.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication in positive and negative situations.
• High integrity and ethical work habits.
• Ability to make sound decisions from a few concrete variables.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Comfort with confidential information and workplace policies.

Responsibilities

• Secure each vehicle in the carrier by placing and removing chocks on wheels.
• Position vehicles precisely for safe transport.
• Apply and remove straps according to procedures.
• Remove chocks and straps at arrival in a safe manner.
• Use required PPE and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Integrity

Decision making

Teamwork

Stress tolerance

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Adaptability

Independence

Job description

Job Title: Chocker Job Description

The Chocker is responsible for safely securing automobiles within vehicle carriers for transport and removing all securing equipment upon arrival. This role focuses on precise vehicle positioning, proper use of chocks and straps, and consistent adherence to safety procedures in a physically active, outdoor work environment.

Responsibilities

• Secure each vehicle within the carrier by correctly placing and removing chocks on each car wheel.

• Ensure the precise positioning of automobiles within carriers to maintain safety and stability during transport.

• Apply and remove straps to secure vehicles in the carrier according to established procedures.

• At the arrival terminal, remove all chocks and straps from vehicles in a safe and orderly manner.

• Wear and properly use all required personal protective equipment while working.

• Take responsibility for personal safety and follow all safety guidelines and protocols on the job.

• Work from written assignment sheets and accurately sign off work completed on printed forms.

• Read and interpret operational manuals and follow instructions for equipment and procedures.

• Respond promptly to requests for service and assistance from team members and supervisors.

• Maintain confidentiality regarding company information and operational details.

• Handle work under pressure and tight deadlines while maintaining quality and safety standards.

• Manage conflict resolution professionally and constructively when issues arise.

• Work independently and unsupervised while maintaining productivity and safety.

• Adapt to working in all weather conditions and varying hours based on train arrivals and departures.

Essential Skills

• Ability to clearly and persuasively communicate in both positive and negative situations and respond well to questions.

• Strong integrity and ethical work habits.

• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables and make sound decisions.

• Responsiveness to requests for service and assistance.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work.

• Emotional control and openness to others ideas, with a willingness to try new approaches.

• Demonstrated initiative and decisiveness, with the ability to inspire others to excel.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines.

• Conflict resolution skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work from written assignment sheets and accurately sign off completed work on printed forms.

• Ability to read and interpret operational manuals and follow written instructions.

• Physical ability to regularly stand or walk, use hands to handle materials, and reach with hands and arms.

• Ability to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and communicate clearly by talking and hearing.

• Capability to regularly lift and move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 80 pounds.

• Comfort working around moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions.

• Ability to work alone and unsupervised while maintaining safety and productivity.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production or general labor environments.

• Experience with strapping or securing materials and equipment.

• Ability to work odd hours and split shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.

• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.

• Ability to adapt to varying start times and schedule changes based on operational needs.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values flexibility, a laid-back work environment, and a strong benefits plan. The role offers a consistent schedule with opportunities to work independently, while still being part of a supportive and safety-focused culture.

Work Environment

This role is based in a physically active, outdoor and industrial setting around vehicle carriers and moving mechanical parts. You regularly work in all weather conditions, with exposure to outside elements and occasional fumes or airborne particles. The noise level is usually moderate. Shifts start between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM, with 6-hour shifts scheduled 56 days per week, including every weekend, and 12 days off during the week. The position requires a willingness to work odd hours and split shifts, including days, nights, and weekends, and the ability to work alone and unsupervised while maintaining safety and productivity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lorton, VA.

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 Lorton, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lorton,VA.

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.