General Laborer - Shipyard

Aerotek; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a General Laborer for a short-term contract in Everett, WA. The role runs 1–2 weeks with daily hours from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, onsite at Everett. You will support ship cleaning, painting, minor repairs, sanding, and general duties using light tools.

Compensation is highly dependent on qualifications and location, with benefits eligibility applying to this temporary role. This opportunity offers hands-on ship maintenance experience in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with needle gun usage.
• General labor skills including pressure washing, sanding, painting, and cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Assist in painting and performing minor repairs on the ship.
• Sand parts as necessary using appropriate tools.
• Utilize light hand and power tools for fixing ship parts.
• Conduct pressure washing and ship cleanup.
• Perform sweeping and other general cleaning duties.

Skills

Needle gun

Pressure washing

Sanding

Painting

Cleaning

Power tools

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title: General Laborer

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated individuals to join a short-term labor project, lasting 1-2 weeks, focused on ship cleaning tasks. This role involves supporting various general duties on the ship, including assisting in painting, performing minor repairs, sanding parts, and utilizing light hand and power tools to fix necessary areas. Additional tasks include pressure washing, sweeping, and other light cleaning duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in painting and performing minor repairs on the ship.
• Sand parts as necessary using appropriate tools.
• Utilize light hand and power tools for fixing ship parts.
• Conduct pressure washing and ship cleanup.
• Perform sweeping and other general cleaning duties.

Essential Skills

• Experience with needle gun usage.
• General labor skills including pressure washing, sanding, painting, and cleaning.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work as a helper in general labor tasks.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity provides hands‑on experience in ship maintenance and offers the chance to work in a dynamic and engaging environment. The short‑term nature of the project allows for flexibility and quick immersion into the work.

Work Environment

This is a short‑term contract lasting 1-2 weeks, focusing on cleaning out tanks in Washington state. Work hours are from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Everett, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.93 - $60.93/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 position based out of Everett, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Everett,WA.

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.