Shop Laborer

Aerotek; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a General Production Worker for a contract-to-hire role in Knoxville, TN. The position focuses on cleaning metal surfaces and painting in a steel shop, with responsibilities spanning surface prep, painting, deburring, and general labor tasks.

The environment is physically demanding and onsite, requiring reliability and adherence to safety guidelines. The role offers weekend hours and pays $16.00–$17.00 per hour, with potential eligibility for standard benefits as described in

Qualifications

• 1+ year of general labor experience.
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift during shift.
• Comfort working in a steel-focused environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks with attention to detail, especially cleaning/painting.
• Reliability to work scheduled shifts consistently.

Responsibilities

• Clean metal surfaces to prepare for painting and fabrication.
• Perform basic painting on steel components as directed.
• Remove dried paint from steel using appropriate tools.
• Clean steel parts to remove burrs and sharp edges.
• Sweep and maintain cleanliness of the shop floor and work areas.
• Handle and move steel materials safely within the shop.
• Follow safety guidelines and use protective equipment in a steel production environment.
• Assist with other general labor duties around the shop.

Skills

General labor

Physically demanding work

Dirty steel environment

Attention to detail

Reliability

Tools

Basic hand tools for cleaning

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

The General Production Worker performs a variety of basic labor tasks in a steel shop environment, with a primary focus on cleaning metal surfaces and painting. This role supports the overall production process by maintaining clean, safe, and prepared materials and work areas.

Responsibilities

• Clean metal surfaces to prepare them for painting and further fabrication.
• Perform basic painting tasks on steel components as directed.
• Remove dried paint from steel using appropriate tools and methods.
• Clean steel parts to remove burrs and sharp edges left by fabricators.
• Sweep and maintain cleanliness of the shop floor and work areas.
• Handle and move steel materials safely within the shop as needed.
• Follow safety guidelines and use proper protective equipment while working in a steel production environment.
• Assist with other general labor duties around the shop as assigned.

Essential Skills

• General labor experience, preferably around 1 year or more.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.
• Comfort working in a dirty, steel-focused environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks with attention to detail, especially when cleaning and painting metal.
• Reliability to work scheduled shifts consistently and on time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a laborer in construction or a similar industrial setting.
• Familiarity with working in a steel environment.
• Experience using basic hand tools for cleaning, deburring, and surface preparation.
• Willingness to learn new shop tasks and support different areas of production as needed.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers consistent, structured weekend hours in a hands-on industrial environment where you can build practical experience in steel production and general labor. You can develop your skills in cleaning, painting, and material preparation while working as part of a team that values reliability, safety, and hard work. The role is well-suited for individuals who enjoy active, physical work and want to gain or expand experience in an industrial shop setting.

Work Environment

This role is based in a steel shop that is not climate controlled, so temperatures can be extremely hot in the summer and extremely cold in the winter. The environment is industrial and can be dirty, with regular exposure to steel, dust, and production debris. The scheduled shift runs from Friday through Sunday, approximately from 6:00 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. You will spend most of the day on your feet, moving around the shop, handling materials, and using basic tools for cleaning and painting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00/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 & 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN.

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.