General Laborer / Yard Associate Scaffolding Team Pay: $20/hr Location: Charlotte, NCJob DescriptionJoin a growing scaffolding team as a General Laborer / Yard Associate, starting in a yard-based role with a clear path to transition onto a traveling scaffold crew. You will support daily operations by organizing scaffold materials, loading and unloading trucks, and taking inventory in a large, open yard facility. After demonstrating strong performance, you may move into a field role that involves traveling to various job sites around the Charlotte area to build, erect, and dismantle scaffolding in support of commercial construction projects.Responsibilities
- Sort and organize scaffold materials in the yard to ensure efficient access for carpenters and foremen.
- Load and unload company trucks with scaffold components and related materials for job sites.
- Station and retrieve equipment on the property to support daily yard operations.
- Take inventory of scaffold materials and equipment in the yard and communicate any shortages or issues.
- Support carpenters and foremen by preparing materials and ensuring trucks are properly staged for upcoming jobs.
- Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe yard environment, including proper storage of tools and equipment.
- After transitioning to the traveling scaffold team, assist with setting up job sites each morning according to project requirements.
- Build and erect scaffolding structures using hand tools, including hammers, in outdoor construction environments.
- Move materials around job sites and assist the foreman with various tasks as assigned.
- Help scaffold builders dismantle scaffolding structures safely and efficiently at the completion of projects.
- Load company trucks at job sites with scaffold components and equipment after dismantling.
- Work comfortably outdoors in a variety of weather conditions on construction and commercial job sites.
- Wear a safety harness when required, working up to 10 feet initially and, after 90 days and certification, at greater heights as needed.
- Pursue scaffold carpenter certification after the 90-day period to expand responsibilities and earning potential.
- Use measuring tools such as tape measures to ensure accurate scaffold assembly and placement.
- Handle heavy lifting and manual labor tasks as part of daily yard and field operations.
- Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working in the yard and on construction sites.
Essential Skills
- Experience performing general labor or production work in a hands-on environment.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
- Comfort working outdoors on construction sites and in yard facilities in varying weather conditions.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn how to assemble and dismantle scaffolding systems.
- Experience using hand tools, including hammers, and comfort learning additional tools as needed.
- Basic familiarity with construction, carpentry, framing, roofing, landscaping, demolition, or similar trades.
- Ability to use a tape measure accurately to support scaffold layout and assembly.
- Willingness and ability to travel across the Charlotte area as part of a mobile scaffold crew.
- Comfort working at heights, including up to 10 feet initially and willingness to work up to 120 feet long term after certification.
- Capability to follow directions from foremen and carpenters and work effectively as part of a team.
- Commitment to safety practices, including proper use of harnesses and adherence to site safety rules.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Any experience with hand tools, power tools, or carpentry is a strong plus.
- Background in commercial construction, yard work, or similar outdoor labor is beneficial.
- Experience in mechanical, framing, roofing, or demolition work is an advantage.
- Interest in pursuing scaffold carpenter certification after the initial 90-day period.
- Willingness to build a long-term career in the equipment rental and scaffolding industry.
- Valid drivers license and ability to reliably travel to different job sites in the Charlotte area is helpful.
- Comfort working in large facilities and open yard environments with heavy equipment and materials.
Why Work Here?You will join a respected leader in the equipment rental industry that is committed to serving customers, communities, and the planet through innovative solutions and a vast network of locations across North America. The organization offers a strong culture of internal growth, where many leaders began in entry-level roles and advanced their careers from within. You can expect comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off for vacation and sick time, inclusion holidays, bereavement, profit-sharing bonuses, and seven paid holidays with additional half days around major holidays. Contract-to-hire employees receive mileage compensation, and there are unique programs such as an interact program that rewards participation in health and engagement challenges with points redeemable for gifts, as well as tool and steel-toe allowance programs once you transition to direct employment. The company emphasizes long-term career development, safety, and recognition, creating an environment where your hard work and commitment can lead to meaningful advancement.Work EnvironmentYou will work primarily outdoors on construction sites and in a large scaffolding yard, which is one of the largest divisions and spans up to approximately 70,000 square feet. The yard is an open facility where scaffold materials are stored, sorted, and loaded, and you will regularly handle heavy components and equipment. The site includes a large two-story indoor facility with break rooms, water coolers, and vending machines to support comfort during breaks. Work involves exposure to varying weather conditions and requires consistent use of hand tools, such as hammers and tape measures, as well as frequent lifting and moving of materials. You will travel across the Charlotte area to different job sites as part of a scaffold crew, working on commercial construction projects and assembling scaffolding outdoors. Safety equipment, including harnesses, will be provided, and you will begin working harnessed at heights up to 10 feet, with the opportunity to become certified to work at greater heights after 90 days. The environment is fast-paced, hands-on, and team-oriented, with a focus on safe operations and efficient job completion. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Charlotte,NC.
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.
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