General Laborer @ Aerotek

Job Title: General LaborerJob DescriptionThe General Laborer supports a metal sorting team in a busy scrap metal and recycling yard. In this role, you sort various metals into correct groups, load materials onto conveyor belts for processing, and help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area. You contribute directly to efficient recycling operations by handling materials, cleaning, and assisting with general facility upkeep.

Responsibilities

• Sort metals into designated groups such as steel with steel and copper with copper to ensure accurate processing.
• Place sorted metal piles onto conveyor belts for transport to the recycling center.
• Support daily operations in the scrap metal yard by moving materials and scrap metal as directed.
• Clean and sweep work areas to maintain a safe, organized, and compliant facility.
• Eliminate debris and waste from workspaces to reduce hazards and keep pathways clear.
• Perform general facility upkeep, including basic cleaning and organization tasks.
• Follow safety protocols at all times while working around heavy machinery, moving parts, and loud equipment.
• Use basic hand and power tools, when required, to perform simple tasks such as tightening or loosening bolts (no high-level maintenance).
• Work both indoors and outdoors in production and yard areas, adapting to changing tasks and conditions throughout the shift.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar work environment such as construction, janitorial, recycling, or outdoor work.
• At least 1 year of related work experience in fields such as construction, machine shop, manufacturing, or production.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks including sorting, lifting, carrying, and moving materials for extended periods.
• Comfort working in environments with heavy machinery, moving parts, loud noises, and dirty conditions.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Basic familiarity with production or manufacturing environments.
• Reliability and consistency in completing assigned tasks with attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using hand and power tools for simple maintenance tasks such as tightening or loosening bolts.
• Background in scrap metal, recycling, or similar industrial settings.
• Experience with cleaning, sweeping, and general facility maintenance.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Comfort working under structures or in open yard areas with ongoing production activity.
• Willingness to learn and follow established processes for metal sorting and material handling.

Why Work Here? You join a long-established recycling operation with a stable presence in the industry and the opportunity to contribute to environmentally responsible practices. The work offers consistent, hands-on tasks in a team-oriented setting, with clear responsibilities and opportunities to build experience in industrial and production environments. You gain exposure to a variety of operations, from indoor production areas to outdoor yards, providing a solid foundation for growth in general labor and industrial work.

Work EnvironmentThe role is based at a steel, metal, and auto recycling facility that has operated for over a century. The site includes an indoor production area and a large outdoor yard with heavy machinery, moving parts, and loud noise levels, and the environment can be very dirty due to ongoing recycling operations. You may work in areas that are partially covered under structures or in open sections of the yard, handling scrap metal and other materials. The position involves physical work, frequent movement, and adherence to safety protocols appropriate for an industrial setting.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oakland, CA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Oakland,CA.

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.