Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Job Title: Skilled Construction Laborer

Job Description

Clean, repair, and ensure all storage units and offices are in working condition and ready to be rented.

Responsibilities

• Use proper tools and demonstrate mechanical aptitude with drills, saws, hammers, levels, measuring tape, and more.

• Fix minor damages such as drywall holes, replace light bulbs, door handles, locks, and blinds, patch up flooring, and perform basic electrical or plumbing repairs.

• Perform manual labor tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

• Work independently, follow instructions, and accept constructive feedback.

Essential Skills

• Experience with general labor, production, and construction tasks.

• Proficiency in using forklifts, hand tools, power tools, and concrete finishing.

• Ability to measure accurately with tape measures and read blueprints.

• Knowledge of landscaping, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical wiring, and repair work.

• Experience operating equipment such as excavators, skid steers, and loaders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Residential home building experience is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a supportive and relaxed work environment with opportunities for cross-training in different areas.

Work Environment

Work in a supportive and relaxed environment that values training in various areas to enhance your skills and career growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Knoxville,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025.

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.