Laborer

Aecon Group; South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon is seeking a shop laborer in Jackson, SC to support a nuclear-focused projects team. You will participate in general shop cleanup, maintenance, and yard tasks, with duties ranging from shipping/receiving to delivering parts and supplies.

The role emphasizes safety, ability to work in all weather, and the capacity to operate a forklift and company vehicles. Aecon values teamwork and a strong safety culture across our projects.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift heavy objects.
• Ability to read and interpret technical plans/drawings.
• Commitment to safety procedures and compliance.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Capable of safely operating a forklift and company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• General cleanup including restrooms
• Basic shop maintenance
• Lawn and yard maintenance
• Truck and fleet maintenance
• Shipping and receiving
• Parts and Deliveries

Skills

Lifting heavy objects

Reading technical plans

Safety procedures

Weather resilience

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Location: Jackson, SC, US

Operating Sector: Nuclear

Position Title: Laborer

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

With over 50 years of nuclear experience; Aecon reputation for reliability, safety, and performance has continually made us a contractor of choice. We offer an unparalleled depth of expertise and a broad range of capabilities that can be called upon to deliver an integrated solution to virtually any nuclear challenge. Aecon-Wachs broad range of services and seamless solutions to our clients on numerous projects, from plant modifications to a long-term maintenance contract for nuclear facilities, design-build ISFSI, reactor overhaul or large component replacement for plant life extension, site preparation & large component removal for decommissioning, specialty welding and cutting tool and site services, safety class component, pipes and custom steel fabrication.

Aecon-Wachs has kept pace with the increasingly challenging demands of the industry – the need for more capacity, greater efficiency, innovation, and more stringent environmental controls; we achieve this all while maintaining our unparalleled commitment to safety. Safety First is our number one core value and it is deeply ingrained at all levels of our organization, from leadership through our frontline workers. We firmly believe that positive results can only be achieved by providing safe, healthy, working conditions and impeccably maintained equipment.

When it comes to the of future nuclear projects, we have the capabilities to manage engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance and fabrication services including project development, project management and project financing. From design and engineering to construction delivery, and project finance, we work tirelessly to make expectations a reality.

The Jackson, SC, office is looking for a shop laborer to join their team.

What You'll Do Here:

• General cleanup including restrooms
• Basic shop maintenance
• Lawn and yard maintenance
• Truck and fleet maintenance
• Shipping and receiving
• Parts and Deliveries

What You Bring to the Team:

• Strength to lift heavy objects
• Ability to read technical plans and drawings
• Compliance with safety procedures
• Ability to work in all weather
• Ability to safely drive forklift and company vehicles

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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