Laborer

Job Title: Laborer
Job Description

This laborer role supports both plant operations and community events by safely handling, sorting, and labeling various materials and products. You will work primarily at the branch in the paint department and warehouse, with optional opportunities to support weekend events. The position involves material handling, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, assisting with inventory, and interacting with customers at off-site events.

Responsibilities

• Work in the plant to help separate materials and support daily operations in the paint department and warehouse.
• Dump paint into a 100-gallon tank, handling water-based, latex, oil, cement, and rubber-based paints according to established procedures.
• Load and unload products from the back of semi-trucks using a pallet jack or forklift.
• Place labels on products once they have been processed or disposed of properly, ensuring accurate identification and tracking.
• Assist with inventory by documenting materials received and processed, and help load and unload trailers as needed.
• Operate fork trucks and other mobile equipment to move containers to and from storage and treatment areas and to load or unload trailers safely.
• Participate in optional weekend events (typically Friday through Sunday) as part of a team of 3–10 people, depending on the event size.
• Help sort and place materials into the correct bins based on type and disposal requirements during events.
• Load products into the back of semi-trucks at event locations for transport back to the facility.
• Interact with customers at events by answering basic questions, educating them about proper material handling, and thanking them for their participation and support.
• Separate and label specific materials based on what they are and where they need to go, ensuring compliance with handling and disposal guidelines.
• Use an iPad to take pictures and document inventory received from customers, maintaining accurate digital records.
• Work safely around loud alarms, warning sounds, and moving vehicles such as trucks, cars, and commercial trucks, following all safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to complete tasks efficiently and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Essential Skills

• Experience with material handling and general labor tasks in a warehouse, plant, or similar environment.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other mobile equipment, or willingness to learn and follow proper operating procedures.
• Capability to use pallet jacks for loading and unloading products from semi-trucks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, both out in the field at events and back at the branch.
• Comfort working as part of a team and interacting directly with customers during weekend events.
• Ability to use an iPad or similar device to take pictures and document inventory received from customers.
• Ability to work around loud alarms and warning sounds from trucks, cars, and commercial vehicles while maintaining focus on safety.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in inventory, packing, picking, or similar warehouse roles is beneficial.
• Prior forklift or fork truck experience is a plus.
• Comfort working in both indoor plant environments and outdoor event settings.
• Willingness to learn proper handling and separation of different types of paints and materials.
• Openness to completing Hazwhoper training, which is provided at no cost if you do not already hold this certification.

Why Work Here?

You join a unionized site that offers strong long-term financial and professional support. You receive pension benefits and a matching 401(k), providing a solid foundation for your future. The organization covers all monthly union dues, so nothing is deducted from your paycheck for those fees. You enjoy 10 paid holidays off from day one once you are brought on directly, supporting a healthy work-life balance. You also gain access to free Hazwhoper training if you do not already have this certification, helping you build valuable skills and enhance your career development.

Work Environment

You work primarily at a plant and branch facility, with optional opportunities to support off-site events. The standard shift runs Monday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. In the plant, you spend time in the paint department and warehouse areas, handling various types of paints and materials and operating equipment such as forklifts, fork trucks, pallet jacks, and other mobile equipment. The environment includes active loading docks, semi-trucks, and commercial vehicles, with frequent alarms and warning sounds, so you must stay alert and follow safety procedures. During events, you work outdoors or in event spaces as part of a small team, moving materials, loading trucks, and interacting with customers in a busy, hands-on setting. Dress is practical and safety-focused, suitable for physical labor, working around equipment, and participating in outdoor activities as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

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