Shop/Field Skilled Laborer

This role combines hands-on warehouse work with field support for HVAC and mechanical installations. You will sort, lift, and organize a variety of tubing and cabling, support inventory activities, and assist experienced technicians on multi-unit commercial and industrial job sites. The position offers an opportunity to learn the HVAC and mechanical trades while contributing to both shop and on-site project work.

Responsibilities

• Sort, lift, and organize a wide range of tubes, cabling, and related materials in the warehouse.
• Perform general warehouse duties, including inventory handling, cycle counting, and maintaining organized storage areas.
• Operate basic warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist with loading and unloading materials, tools, and equipment for shop and field use.
• Travel with internal employees to customer sites to support mechanical and HVAC installations.
• Help install HVAC components, including ductwork and related materials, on multi-unit commercial and industrial projects.
• Use hand and power tools safely to support mechanical and HVAC installation tasks under direction.
• Communicate clearly with team members about equipment needs, material issues, and job assignments.
• Prioritize daily work assignments to meet project timelines and warehouse requirements.
• Follow all safety procedures and demonstrate a strong commitment to equipment and jobsite safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in both the warehouse and on construction sites.
• Report any equipment issues, safety concerns, or material discrepancies promptly to the appropriate team members.

• 1 to 2 years of experience working with similar warehouse or mechanical equipment strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with warehouse activities such as inventory, sorting, cycle counting, and organizing materials.
• Ability to effectively and safely use hand and power tools and related equipment.
• Basic proficiency operating warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to support mechanical and HVAC installation tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly about equipment issues and understand job assignments.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments and manage multiple tasks during the workday.
• Demonstrated personal and professional integrity.
• Strong understanding of the importance of equipment and jobsite safety.
• Flexibility in taking on a variety of work assignments in the warehouse and on job sites.
• Physical ability to work in a jobsite environment for extended periods, including lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, squatting, crouching, and reaching.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

• Some trade school education related to mechanical, HVAC, diesel, or construction fields is desired.
• Previous experience as a construction equipment mechanic, crane mechanic, diesel technician, hydraulic technician, rental equipment mechanic, or in a similar role is preferred.
• Experience working on or around commercial or industrial construction sites is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in both warehouse and field environments.
• Strong reliability and punctuality, with the ability to meet at the designated site each workday.

You will join a team that values a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. The role offers exposure to both warehouse operations and field-based HVAC and mechanical work, creating a pathway to develop valuable trade skills. You will work alongside experienced professionals who provide guidance and on-the-job learning, supporting your growth within the organization. The environment emphasizes safety, integrity, and flexibility, giving you the opportunity to take on diverse tasks and build a solid foundation for a long-term career in the industry.

Work Environment

You will work primarily from a shop location, typically meeting at the Wake Forest area site each day around 7:00 a.m. and working until approximately 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility when job sites are closer to your home. The role involves a mix of indoor warehouse work and outdoor or partially sheltered construction sites at commercial and industrial properties. You will use warehouse tools and equipment such as pallet jacks, hand tools, and power tools, and you will assist with HVAC and mechanical installations in the field. The position is physically active, requiring frequent lifting, bending, squatting, crouching, and reaching. Personal protective equipment is required, including steel-toe footwear, and you will be expected to follow all safety protocols while working in shop and construction environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of WAKE FOREST, NC.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in WAKE FOREST,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.

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.