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Job Title: Parts Cleaner

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Parts Cleaner/Sandblaster to join our team. This role involves a variety of tasks including steaming, sandblasting, and some painting. It is physically demanding and is known as the dirtiest part of the shop. The successful candidate will begin work in the disassembly shop and have the opportunity to be cross-trained in the assembly department, offering room for advancement.

Responsibilities

+ Perform industrial cleaning, including steaming and sandblasting.

+ Engage in general labor tasks such as grinding and facilities maintenance.

+ Take apart pumps and prepare parts for assembly.

+ Adhere to safety protocols and complete tasks as instructed by the Manager or Lead.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in sandblasting and parts cleaning.

+ Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.

+ Strong attention to detail.

+ Positive attitude and team player mentality.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Janitorial experience is beneficial.

+ Reliable and consistent transportation to work.

+ Ability to understand and follow instructions efficiently.

Why Work Here?

Our company values its greatest asset: our skilled team. With approximately 200 full-time employees, we pride ourselves on career development and have grown from a small motor shop to a state-of-the-art facility. Employees benefit from modern equipment and an exceptional benefits package. We serve a diverse range of industries, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and contribution.

Work Environment

You will work in climate-controlled areas within an industrial machine shop. Openings are available on the 1st shift from 6AM to 4PM and the 2nd shift from 2PM to midnight, Monday through Friday. The work environment is demanding, but offers a chance to learn and grow in a supportive setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $23.00/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 Chesapeake,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.