Job Title: General LaborerJob DescriptionThis role provides hands-on support to maintenance and production teams by performing general labor, basic repairs, and facility upkeep in a busy manufacturing environment. You assist with routine maintenance tasks, help keep work areas organized and safe, and support equipment installations and material handling under the guidance of experienced maintenance personnel.Responsibilities
- Assist maintenance personnel with routine maintenance, repairs, and equipment installations.
- Perform general facility upkeep, including cleaning, organizing, and maintaining maintenance and production areas.
- Help identify and report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, and maintenance concerns to the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and supplies in an orderly and accessible manner.
- Assist with moving materials, parts, machinery, and maintenance supplies throughout the facility.
- Perform basic repairs and general labor tasks under the direction and supervision of maintenance staff.
- Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including lockout/tagout requirements when applicable and under proper authorization.
- Assist with minor building repairs and other facility maintenance projects as needed.
- Use hand tools and power tools safely and correctly while completing assigned tasks.
- Support production operations by performing general labor duties in welding, machining, assembly, packing, and shipping areas as directed.
Essential Skills
- Experience performing general labor or maintenance tasks in environments such as manufacturing, construction, automotive service, or apartment complex maintenance.
- Ability to use a tape measure accurately, including adding and subtracting to calculate dimensions.
- Ability to read and understand basic measurements, diagrams, and technical instructions.
- Proficiency with everyday hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, and screwdrivers.
- Ability to safely operate common power tools used in maintenance and repair work.
- Basic mechanical aptitude for performing simple repairs and assisting with mechanical and electrical work.
- Ability to follow safety procedures consistently, including lockout/tagout when required and authorized.
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, moving materials, and standing for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail when measuring, organizing tools, and reporting equipment or safety issues.
- Reliability and flexibility to work within the facilitys operating hours as needed.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in maintenance at an apartment complex, construction work, or automotive service (such as quick-service oil change shops) is highly beneficial.
- Familiarity with mechanical and electrical repair tasks in a production or maintenance environment.
- Experience working in a manufacturing setting with welding, machining, assembly, packing, or shipping operations.
- Comfort working with hand tools, power tools, and basic carpentry tasks.
- General maintenance and general repair experience across building, equipment, or machinery.
- Ability to use a tape measure and other measuring tools for accurate layout and repair work.
- Willingness to learn from maintenance technicians and grow into more advanced maintenance responsibilities over time.
Why Work Here?You join a successful and well-respected organization in a convenient Lenexa, KS location with easy access to major highways. The environment offers clear room for growth across multiple departments, giving you opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career. With broad operating hours and regular work available, you can tailor your schedule for additional hours when desired, supporting both stability and long-term development.Work EnvironmentThis position is based in a manufacturing shop that includes welding, machining, assembly, packing, and shipping operations. The facility is non-climate controlled, so you work in varying temperatures throughout the year. Personal protective equipment is required, including steel-toe footwear, safety glasses, and jeans as standard attire. The core shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and you must be flexible to work additional hours as needed within the broader operating schedule of approximately 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on most days, providing ample opportunity for overtime when desired. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.
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.