General Laborer
Aerotek, Richmond, VA, United States
Material Handler
Warehouse Project Support
Shift: MondayFriday, 810 hours/day (occasional Saturdays)
Pay: $20-22
Hours: Full-time, project-based 7am-3:30pm M-F
Travel: Future travel opportunities based on performance
Job Summary
The Material Handler supports installation and project teams by moving, staging, and organizing materials in a large, active warehouse environment. This role uses pallet jacks, hand tools, and basic documentation to keep materials flowing accurately and efficiently. It's a physical, hands-on position ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced industrial settings.
High performers may be selected for travel-based project assignments after this engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Move, stage, and organize materials using pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
Prepare inventory so installers and technicians can access materials quickly.
Perform inventory counts, cycle counts, and basic documentation of material movements.
Use hand and power tools for simple assembly, adjustments, or repairs.
Support installation teams by locating, transporting, and positioning materials.
Assist with general industrial or construction-related tasks as needed.
Follow quality guidelines to ensure materials are stored and handled correctly.
Read and follow basic instructions, drawings, or simple blueprints.
Troubleshoot minor material handling or mechanical issues and escalate when needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Communicate clearly with installers, technicians, and supervisors.
Demonstrate consistent, reliable attendance to support daily operations.
Required Skills & Experience
Material handling experience in warehouse, industrial, construction, or production environments.
Ability to operate a pallet jack safely and efficiently.
Comfortable with heavy lifting and physical labor for 810 hours per day.
Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with basic mechanical components.
Experience using hand and power tools for general labor or assembly tasks.
Ability to perform basic inventory tasks and documentation.
Ability to read simple drawings, blueprints, or work instructions.
Basic troubleshooting skills for material or mechanical issues.
Strong reliability, safety awareness, and teamwork.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience on large-scale distribution, e-commerce, or automation projects.
Exposure to installation, maintenance, or industrial repair work.
Experience supporting construction or installation teams.
Ability to collaborate with technicians, advisors, and service providers.
Interest in being considered for future travel assignments.
Why Join This Project
You'll gain hands-on experience in a high-visibility warehouse environment, supporting large-scale installation and logistics operations. This role builds valuable skills in material handling, industrial workflow, and project support. Strong performers may be invited to join a specialized travel team, offering additional growth and variety in future work locations.
Work Environment
Large, active warehouse with frequent material movement and equipment operation.
Fast-paced industrial setting with extensive walking, lifting, and standing.
Typical schedule: MondayFriday, 810 hours/day, with occasional Saturdays.
Required attire: steel-toe footwear, jeans, and a work shirt suitable for industrial work.
Job Type & Location: This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.
Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Richmond, VA.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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 meet 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.
Warehouse Project Support
Shift: MondayFriday, 810 hours/day (occasional Saturdays)
Pay: $20-22
Hours: Full-time, project-based 7am-3:30pm M-F
Travel: Future travel opportunities based on performance
Job Summary
The Material Handler supports installation and project teams by moving, staging, and organizing materials in a large, active warehouse environment. This role uses pallet jacks, hand tools, and basic documentation to keep materials flowing accurately and efficiently. It's a physical, hands-on position ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced industrial settings.
High performers may be selected for travel-based project assignments after this engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Move, stage, and organize materials using pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
Prepare inventory so installers and technicians can access materials quickly.
Perform inventory counts, cycle counts, and basic documentation of material movements.
Use hand and power tools for simple assembly, adjustments, or repairs.
Support installation teams by locating, transporting, and positioning materials.
Assist with general industrial or construction-related tasks as needed.
Follow quality guidelines to ensure materials are stored and handled correctly.
Read and follow basic instructions, drawings, or simple blueprints.
Troubleshoot minor material handling or mechanical issues and escalate when needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Communicate clearly with installers, technicians, and supervisors.
Demonstrate consistent, reliable attendance to support daily operations.
Required Skills & Experience
Material handling experience in warehouse, industrial, construction, or production environments.
Ability to operate a pallet jack safely and efficiently.
Comfortable with heavy lifting and physical labor for 810 hours per day.
Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with basic mechanical components.
Experience using hand and power tools for general labor or assembly tasks.
Ability to perform basic inventory tasks and documentation.
Ability to read simple drawings, blueprints, or work instructions.
Basic troubleshooting skills for material or mechanical issues.
Strong reliability, safety awareness, and teamwork.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience on large-scale distribution, e-commerce, or automation projects.
Exposure to installation, maintenance, or industrial repair work.
Experience supporting construction or installation teams.
Ability to collaborate with technicians, advisors, and service providers.
Interest in being considered for future travel assignments.
Why Join This Project
You'll gain hands-on experience in a high-visibility warehouse environment, supporting large-scale installation and logistics operations. This role builds valuable skills in material handling, industrial workflow, and project support. Strong performers may be invited to join a specialized travel team, offering additional growth and variety in future work locations.
Work Environment
Large, active warehouse with frequent material movement and equipment operation.
Fast-paced industrial setting with extensive walking, lifting, and standing.
Typical schedule: MondayFriday, 810 hours/day, with occasional Saturdays.
Required attire: steel-toe footwear, jeans, and a work shirt suitable for industrial work.
Job Type & Location: This is a Contract position based out of Richmond, VA.
Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Richmond, VA.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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 meet 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.